$1,440
Nikolai Alexandrovich Benois (Russian, 1901-1988) Costume Design for the Mother of Fleur-de-Lis from Esmeralda , 1954 Signed and dated "NBenoit/54" l. r., titled at the upper corners, inscribed "...Roma Duncan..." on the reverse of the mount. Ink and watercolor on paper, 13 7/8 x 9 1/4 in. (35.3 x 23.6 cm), affixed to a paperboard support, unframed. Condition: Loss/tear at u.c., tear to u.r. corner, small tears at edges of sheet, subtle rippling, toning, mounting creases at left side, tack holes at corners. N.B. London Festival Ballet, 1954.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2013-09-20