- 716
Christ 'The Fiery Eye', circa 1600
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Wood, tempera
- 31.8 by 37cm, 12 1/2 by 10 5/8 in.
representing the Saviour half-length, dressed in a red tunic decorated with gold lines and a blue mantle
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, April 1970, Lot 215
Sotheby's New York, May 1974, Lot 719
Condition
The background stripped to the levkas, the painting with 19th century restoration and some modern retouching
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The stern face of Christ has inspired the image's popular name of Jaroe Oko (Fiery Eye). This typical Russian icon, which only shows the head and shoulders of Christ, undoubtedly derives from larger portraits of the Pantocrator found in dome and apse mosaics and frescos.