8 June 2016 Russian Art and Photography Auctions

8 June 2016

Artist Index / Full Catalogue


St Basil's Cathedral, Red Square, Moscow

406. SHOKIN, LEONID (1896-1962)

St Basil's Cathedral, Red Square, Moscow, signed on the reverse.

Gelatin silver print, 27.5 by 19.5 cm.
800-1,200 GBP


Photographed c. late 1910s–early 1920s, printed c. 1930s.

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.