- 695
Mother of God of the Passion, school of Romanov Borisoglebsk, circa 1800
Estimate
45,000 - 55,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Tempera, wood
- 71.5 by 56.5cm, 28 1/8 by 22 1/4 in.
executed in great detail, the Mother of God wearing a blue tunic and a red mantle, her had covered with a pink veil, the hems richly decorated with gold chrysography and simulated gem stones, the Christ Child dressed in a blue tunica and an orange coloured mantle, similarly jewelled and highlighted in gold, Christ holding his Mother's hand while looking up at the angels flying towards Him bearing the instruments of Passion
Condition
A restored crack in the panel running from top to bottom, some damage to the gold ground, some minimal retouching, overall excellent condition
"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."