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A Russian Icon of the Birth of the Virgin with Gilded Silver Oklad, 19th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- oklad by Ivan Vasilyevich Zakharov, Moscow, 1852
- 8 7/8 x 7 1/2 in.
- 22.5 x 19 cm
the scene rendered in a 17th century style with St. Anne reclining on a magnificent bed, the Virgin in swaddling clothes in the arms of a midwife at lower right, St. Joachim appears in an arched window at upper right, with gilded silver oklad, its borders finely chased with scrolling floral ornament
Condition
Some minor losses to the surface of the icon
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.