8 June 2016 Russian Art and Photography Auctions

8 June 2016

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Advertisement Design for “Troika” Cigarettes

423. KHLEBNIKOV, ALEXANDER (1897-1979)

Advertisement Design for “Troika” Cigarettes, signed with initials and dated 1931.

Gelatin silver print, 23 by 17 cm.
1,000-1,500 GBP


Photographed and printed in 1931.

Provenance: Collection of the photographer.
Thence by descent.
Acquired directly from the above by the previous owner.
Acquired from the above by the present owner.
Private collection, Europe.


Notes on symbols:
* Indicates 5% Import Duty Charge applies.
Ω Indicates 20% Import Duty Charge applies.
§ Indicates Artist's Resale Right applies.
† Indicates Standard VAT scheme applies, and the rate of 20% VAT will be charged on both hammer price and premium.