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A Russian Gilded Silver Icon Triptych, Dmitrii Shelaputin, Moscow, 1891
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
the icon panels, 18th century, the reverse of one inscribed in Old Church Slavonic by the artist and dated, but illegible
- 3 1/2 x 10 1/4 in. (open)
- 8.9 x 26 cm
the heavy silver gilt case opens to reveal a central panel with the Holy Visage, flanked by the Meeting of the Christ Child in the Temple on the left, and, on the right, an assembly of Saints and Apostle Saints, with their heads bowed in prayer, the cover of the silver gilt case engraved with an Orthodox cross and with two suspension loops
Condition
some minor losses to icons
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.