- 638
A silver icon of the Nativity with Six Standing Saints, early 18th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- silver, tempera, wood
- 30.5 by 27.8cm, 12 by 10 7/8 in.
the oklad repoussé and chased, the six saints depicted on an ochre coloured ground with sparse vegetation, all looking up at the Nativity scene in the upper centre, the icon executed in a refined style reminiscent of Yaroslavl icon painting in the late 17th and early 18th century, apparently unmarked
Condition
Damage to the panel in the upper right border, a large patch in the centre of the lower border restored, a patch of restoration in the background left to the figure of Yulita, another patch of restoration in the beard of the monk Zosima, a further patch of restoration visible in the lower left part of the open scroll of Zosima and in the background next to this scroll, some wear and some nimor retouching all over the painting
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."