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A Russian icon of Christ Pantocrator with gilded silver and enamel oklad
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- oil on panel, gilded silver, enamel
- 12 x 10 1/8 in., 30.5 x 25.7 cm
the icon depicting Christ holding orb and scepter, the oklad chased and repoussé with borders of anthemia, Aleksandr Panfilov, Moscow, 1822; the halo in brightly colored cloisonné enamel, Moscow, 1899-1908, with Cyrillic initials N.K, probably for Nemirov-Kolodkin, 84 standard
Condition
the icon with areas of repainting, the halo with some small loss of enamel and the edges of the icon with dents consistent with age and use
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.