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A parcel-gilt silver and enamel icon of St Vasily and St Vera, Ivan Alekseev, Moscow, 1899-1908
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver, enamel, wood, tempera
- 49.5 by 44cm, 19 1/2 by 17 3/8 in.
the two saints standing full length, their robes realistically cast, the halos decorated with vari-coloured enamel, the ground engraved with strapwork, the borders repoussé with scrolling floral motifs, God Sabaoth appearing in a segment of heaven, making a blessing gesture with both hands, the dove of the Holy Spirit before his breast, a dedicational plaque on the back engraved with 'Vera Ioasafovna Baranova born 6 July 1893', struck with maker's mark I.A.A (Cyrillic), 84 standard
Condition
In 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."