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a fine russian icon of the mother of god of the sign, St Petersburg, circa 1908
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- 11 x 8 5/8 in. 28 x 22 cm
the gilded silver frame with gadroon borders, applied with stylized foliage and with colored hardstone cabochons, the top engraved with a Cyrillic presentation inscription, "Prayerful Wishes for Happiness from the St. Petersburg Nobility, 20th April, 1908," Cyrillic maker's mark I.G., Assay-Master Alexander Romanov, 84 standard, also bearing Cyrillic mark of Fabergé, and with a scratched inventory number 13095 (not located in the archives)
Condition
some surface scratches
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.