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A Russian Icon of the Kazan Mother of God with Gilded Silver and Enamel Oklad, Moscow, 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
the oklad circa 1910 with unidentified Cyrillic maker's mark SG, contained in a silk-lined, glass-fronted shadow box with suspension ring at the back
- Gilded silver, enamel, oil on wood, silk, glass, velvet, brass fittings
- 7 x 5 5/8 in. (icon only)
- 17.8 x 14.4 cm
the icon in the Academic style, the oklad with finely chased and repoussé robes, with halo enameled with brightly-colored floral and geometric ornament
Condition
the oklad with minor dents and enamel loss; the icon with some minor losses and restoration
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.