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A Russian Icon of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker and St. Alexandra, Empress and Martyr, with Gilded Silver Oklad
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- the oklad, Moscow, circa 1900, Emelyan Kuznetsov
- Tempera on wood, gilded silver, enamel, velvet backing
- 14 1/2 x 12 1/4 in.
- 36.8 x 31.1 cm
depicting the saints standing; the oklad chased and repoussé with scrolling floriate borders, the saints' clothing rendered in fine detail, applied with identificatory plaques enameled in champlevé and brightly colored halos in cloisonné
Condition
overall good condition; some rubbing to gilding and denting to edges of oklad consistent with 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.