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A Russian Icon of St. James the Just and St. Elena with Gilded Silver Oklad, Ovchinnikov, Moscow, circa 1910
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- Tempera and gilding on wood panel, silver, enamel, silk
- 12 3/8 x 10 5/8 in.
- 31.4 x 27 cm
the two saints standing, with St. James depicted as Bishop of Jerusalem and St. Elena crowned, with a finely chased and repoussé oklad set with enameled plaques, with unusually decorative and sculptural spandrels
Condition
overall good condition; the oklad has been lacquered and would benefit from a professional cleaning
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.