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a russian icon of st. nicholas the wonderworker with gilded silver and enamel oklad, Ivan Tarabrov, Moscow, circa 1900
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- 12 1/4 x 10 3/4 in.
- 31.1 x 27.3 cm
the border of the gilded silver oklad chased with scrolling foliage, with roundels enclosing Christ and the Mother of God, the halo enameled with colorful foliage, the spandrels decorated with raised flowerheads and geometric ornament, the nameplate in champlevé enamel
Condition
some minor losses
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.
Catalogue Note
For an icon of the Mother of God with a similar oklad by Tarabrov, see Sotheby's, London, November 27, 2007, lot 428.