Lot 729
  • 729

St John the Theologian and St Prochoros, 17th Century

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • tempera on wood
  • 29.8 by 25.6cm, 12 by 10in.

Provenance

Sotheby's Olympia, 14 June 2007, lot 227

Condition

The border of the icon has been stripped to the levkas, a larger patch of repainting to the figure of St John including his left elbow and a slightly smaller patch of repainting to the dark cave to the left side of St Prochoros' head
"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."