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A Russian Icon of the Virgin of the Sign
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Kostroma, 1817, with unidentified maker's mark, contained in a glass-fronted shadow box
- Tempera on wood, silver, gilt metal, foil, seed pearls, pastes, cardboard, modern stained wood, brass, glass, brass
- 12 1/4 x 10 1/2 in. (exclusive of shadow box)
- 31 x 27 cm
with gilded silver oklad and gilt metal halo, the robes sewn with seed pearls and "jewels"
Condition
the oklad and seed pearl robes would benefit from a professional cleaning, otherwise in overall good condition for 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.