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A Russian Icon of the Mother of God of the Burning Bush with Gilded Silver Oklad, 19th century
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- icon signed D. Khoklov at lower right; oklad St. Petersburg, 1853, unidentified Cyrillic maker's mark F.E. (Postnikova-Loseva #1426)
- 17 7/8 x 15 1/8 in.
- 45.4 x 38.4 cm
at center is the Mother of God and the Christ Child contained in a circular mandorla flanked by symbols of the Four Evangelists, the central panel is surrounded by images of the Mother of God, as well as martyr and warrior saints
Condition
some slight denting to the halos on the oklad; the surface of the icon lacquered
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.