Lot 697
  • 697

A silver-gilt and cloisonné enamel triptych icon, Maria Semenova, Moscow, 1899-1908

Estimate
22,000 - 28,000 GBP
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Description

  • sillver, enamel
  • height including loop: 15.2cm, 6in.
of ogee arch form, the front painted with colourful shaded flowers and scrolling leaves an a matte ground, opening to reveal paintings on metal of the Archangel St Michael flanked by the Guardian Angel and St John, their frames of foliate scrolls on cream grounds, suspension loop, 84 standard

Condition

Enamel in excellent condition. Some minor flaking to the paintings.
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