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Hermitage Fine Art

932 - EVREINOV N.N. (1879–1953)
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Estimate €120 - €150
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Description
EVREINOV N.N. (1879–1953) Teatr dlya sebya [Theatre for Oneself]: [in 3 parts]. Petrograd: N.I. Boutkovskaya, [1915–1917]. Parts 1, 2. Part 1: [Theoretical]. [1915]. Illustrations by N. Kulbin. [2], 208, [1] pp.: ill.; Part 2: Practical. Censorship stamp 1916. Illustrations by Yu. Annenkov. [2], 110 pp.: ill., 6 plates; 22.5 x 17.5 cm. Each part in the publisher’s illustrated cover. Good condition. Covers of both parts restored: lined with strong paper, spines replaced, slight soiling (parts 1 and 2). Ownership inscription on the first blank page (part 1) and on the title page (part 2). Text block in good condition. First edition of the major theoretical work by Nikolai Nikolaevich Evreinov (1879–1953), director, playwright, theorist and reformer of Russian and French theatre, historian of theatrical art, philosopher and actor, musician, painter and psychologist. 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 RARE BOOKS & MANUSCRIPTS: Antique books § Autographs, rare editions, photographs § Works on paper
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Auction time 10/29/2026 at 2:30 PM
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