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Twelve festival icons from an iconostasis, 19th century
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- 46 by 35 cm., 18 by 13¾in; 46 by 44cm., 18 by 17¼in
the twelve icons come from the Festival Tier of an iconostasis, the following Feasts are represented: 1. Birth of the Virgin 2. Entrance of the Virgin into the Temple 3. Nativity 4. Presentation of Christ into the Temple. 5. Baptism of Christ 6. Entry into Jerusalem 7. Transfiguration on Mount Thabor 8. Anastasis 9. Ascension of Christ 10. Descent of the Holy Spirit 11. Exaltation of the Holy Cross 12. Dormition of the Virgin
Condition
Each icon has retouching in places. A few have some loss of paint.
We would advise prospective buyers to view.
"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."