27th May, 2026 11:00

Fine Pictures, Prints & Sculptures

 
Lot 113
 

Sirak Melkonian (Iranian 1930-2024)

Untitled (1975)

signed and dated 'S. Melkonian 1975' (lower left)
gouache, watercolour and ink on paper
45 x 89 cm, framed and glazed 58 x 101 cm

We are grateful to the Sirak Melkonian Foundation for confirming the authenticity of this work and its inclusion in the Foundation’s archives.

Provenance:
Tajan, Paris - Art D'Apres-Guerre et Contemporain 29 April 2009 , lot 116.
Private Collection, UK.

Footnote:
As with lot 112, this painting is a transitional early work that defines Melkonian's signature landscape style.

Sold for £7,000


Condition Report

Sheet slightly wavy in mount. A few spots of minor surface dirt. There is a 2cm scratch to surface, centre left. Otherwise in good condition. Under glass and unexamined out of frame.

 

Sirak Melkonian (Iranian 1930-2024)

Untitled (1975)

signed and dated 'S. Melkonian 1975' (lower left)
gouache, watercolour and ink on paper
45 x 89 cm, framed and glazed 58 x 101 cm

We are grateful to the Sirak Melkonian Foundation for confirming the authenticity of this work and its inclusion in the Foundation’s archives.

Provenance

Provenance:
Tajan, Paris - Art D'Apres-Guerre et Contemporain 29 April 2009 , lot 116.
Private Collection, UK.

Footnote:
As with lot 112, this painting is a transitional early work that defines Melkonian's signature landscape style.

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