IRINA STENBERG (1905–1985) Costume design for a Lady in a play by Anton Chekhov

signed in Cyrillic and dated ‘I. Stenberg 1944’ (lower right), inscribed in Cyrillic ‘Chekhov’ (lower left), inscribed in Cyrillic ‘Chekhov / dama / khud. Ir. V. Stenberg’ (on the reverse) watercolour and ink on paper 43 x 30.5 cm Executed in 1944. Created in 1944, the fortieth anniversary of Anton Chekhov’s death, for a production of one of his plays at the Tbilisi Russian Youth Theatre. Upon the buyer’s request, we are pleased to provide a general condition report for the Lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise prospective buyers to conduct their own inspection or consult a specialist or restorer of their choice for a comprehensive professional assessment. Any condition descriptions provided in the catalogue or through any correspondence are for guidance only and should not be considered a substitute for a firsthand evaluation. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD ‘AS IS’ IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.