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A Russian Icon of Christ Pantocrator with Gilded Silver and Enamel Oklad, 19th century
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
the oklad Moscow, circa 1900, with unidentified Cyrillic maker's mark S.G., contained within a glass-fronted shadow box
- Oil on panel, silver, enamel, velvet, wood, glass, brass
- 10 1/2 x 8 3/4 in. (exclusive of shadow box)
- 26.7 x 22.2 cm
the gilded silver oklad with Christ's robes and halo chased, repoussé, and with engraved decoration, also with applied plaques in champlevé enamel
Condition
some minor scratches to surface of icon and oklad; otherwise in overall good condition
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.