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A silver-gilt and enamel icon of a guardian angel, Ovchinnikov, Moscow, 1899-1908
Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- silver, enamel
- height including suspension loop 7.5cm, 3in.
the figure in polychrome shaded enamel delineated by cloisons on a polished ground, ropetwist scroll border, the suspension loop cast with the Mandylion, the reverse with champlevé enamel inscription in Russian 'Angel of God Protect Me and Keep Me Safe from All Evil', 84 standard
Condition
Very good condition. A shallow loss to the enamel, not to the metal, of the upper left wing and the gilding very slightly worn.
"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."
Catalogue Note
For a nearly identical example, please see Sotheby's New York, 2 November 2009, lot 152.