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A Fine Russian Portrait Miniature of Empress Alexandra Fedorovna, 1836
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- indistinctly signed in Cyrillic Rub... and dated 1836
- wood, gilt bronze, miniature on african elephant ivory
- Height of Miniature Alone 4 in.
- 10.2 cm
after the 1836 portrait by Franz Krüger depicting the Empress "in Russian costume," the ceremonial satin Court dress consisting of a fitted bodice with a short, puffed sleeve and a wide skirt, together with a headdress in the form of the a jeweled Russian kokoshnik worn with a veil; a magnificent, four-strand pearl necklace with a jeweled clasp is visible around her neck, in an original wood frame with finely chased gilt bronze mounts, including four Imperial double-headed eagles
Condition
overall good condition
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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.