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A Russian Icon of the Korsun Mother of God with Gilded Silver Oklad, 18th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- the oklad struck with the mark of an unidentified alderman
- Tempera on wood panel, gilded silver, velvet
- 12 x 10 3/8 in.
- 30.5 x 26.5 cm
the gilded silver oklad in the Rococo taste, chased and repoussé with scrolls, vases, swags, and floral ornament
Provenance
Sotheby's, New York, June 10-11, 1985, lot 271.
Condition
some minor damage to surface of icon, the oklad with some small dents and losses consistent with age
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.