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A Russian Icon of the Mother of God "Joy of All Who Sorrow" with Silver and Enamel Oklad, late 19th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- oklad by Anton Mikhailovich Chevarzin, Moscow, 1894
- 7 x 5 3/4 in.
- 17.8 x 14.6 cm
the Mother of God shown at full length, standing at the top of a hill, pointing to the Christ Child held in her arms, arranged below her at left and right are angels and saints, with finely chased silver oklad, the holy figures' robes and the rocky hillside finely rendered, the halos and borders decorated with colorful floral patterns in cloisonné enamel
Condition
some loss of enamel; some minor losses to surface of icon caused by back of oklad
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.