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A Russian Icon of the Kazan Mother of God with Gilded Silver and Enamel Oklad, circa 1900
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- the oklad Moscow, circa 1900, with unidentified Cyrillic maker's mark N.N.
- Oil on wood panel, gilded silver, enamel, velvet
- 10 1/2 x 8 3/4 in.
- 26.7 x 22.2 cm
the oklad with the Holy Figures' robes finely chased and repoussé, the halos with brightly-colored ornament in cloisonné enamel
Condition
the oklad with some minor dents and some enamel loss, the icon with areas of 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.