- 638
The Mother of God of Korsun, possibly circa 1600 or later
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- tempera, wood
- 32.2 by 27.5cm, 12 5/8 by 10 3/4 in.
displaying the tender iconography of the Korsunskaya, the Mother of God gently touching the face of the Christ Child, the scroll he is holding just visible beneath his chin, the garments highlighted with gold decorations
Exhibited
Exhibition catalogue: D'un autre monde, icônes inconnues et art byzantin, Koninklijk Museum Voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, 1997, p.44, n.27
Condition
Some damage visible in the upper part of the maphorion of the Mother of God, the border of the icon stripped down to the levkas, the original painting with extensive repainting from the 19th century, the icon covered with a thick dark yellowish varnish
"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."