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Hermitage Fine Art

192 - GEORGES DE POGÉDAIEFF (1899–1971)
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Estimate €1,500 - €2,000
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Description
GEORGES DE POGÉDAIEFF (1899–1971) Three Angels From the series of set designs for the theatre production ‘The Fall’, 1937 signed and dated ‘Georges A de Pogédaieff 37’ (bottom left) gouache, watercolour, graphite and white gouache on Ingres paper 45 × 58 cm Executed in 1937 The set design project ‘The Fall’, which explores the biblical account of the Fall of Man and was conceived in 1937 (also known as ‘The Fall: The Eden Tree’), occupies a unique and dramatic place in the history of art. It constitutes Georges de Pogédaieff’s last major theatrical work, after which the artist abandoned set design for good to devote himself entirely to easel painting. At the buyer’s request, we shall be happy to provide a general report on the condition of the lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise potential buyers to carry out their own inspection or to consult a specialist of their choice to obtain a comprehensive assessment of the lot’s condition. Descriptions of items provided in the catalogue or by correspondence are for guidance only and should not be regarded as a definitive assessment. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION REGARDING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD ‘AS IS’, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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About the sale From 19th-century art to modern art, Eastern European art, icons, Camille Pissarro, Jean-Baptiste Olive, Lynn Chadwick, Léon Bakst.
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Auction time 10/27/2026 at 2:30 PM
Lot description modified on 10/14/2026 at 12:51 PM
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