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A Silver-Gilt, Gem-Set and Enamel Icon of St Nicholas the Miracleworker, Ivan Tarabrov, Moscow, 1899-1908
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Wood, tempera, amethysts, peridots, silver, enamel
- 33.3 by 29.5cm, 13 1/8 by 11 5/8 in.
the saint depicted half-length holding the book of Gospels, his garments repoussé and inset with peridot crosses, his halo pierced and decorated with polychrome cloisonné enamel foliate, the ground engraved with scrolls with Christ to the left and the Mother of God to the right, the borders repoussé with scrolling foliage within enamel bands, the four corners applied with brackets of stylised flowers on white grounds and centred with large faceted amethysts, 84 standard
Condition
The oklad in excellent condition. Good weight and nicely made.
"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."