$2,214
Laxman Pai (Indian, b. 1926) Vision Signed, inscribed, and dated "...[in Sanskrit]/Laxman Pai/Paris 6/60" l.r., inscribed, titled, and dated "Sadhu/ - Holy/Man/.../LAXMAN PAI/.../Painted in/Paris; brought/in Calcutta/1962" on the stretcher. Oil on canvas, 21 3/4 x 18 in. (55.3 x 45.7 cm), framed. Condition: Gentle canvas rippling, scattered areas of fine craquelure, small paint losses to some areas of impasto, retouch l.r., minor surface grime. Provenance: Purchased in Calcutta, India, 1962, by the current private collector, Pennsylvania. Estimate $2,000-3,000 Framed dimensions: 24 1/4 x 21 in. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2019-09-27