Lot 525
  • 525

A silver-gilt and cloisonné enamel icon of St Nicholas the Miracleworker, Ovchinnikov, Moscow, 1908-1917

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver, enamel, tempera, panel
  • height 31.5cm, 12 3/8 in.
the garments repoussé with peridot crosses, the shaped halo with stylised flowerhead frieze and the background with raised turquoise trellis, the enamel border with roundels of swirling amorphic forms and stylised flowers, 84 standard

Condition

Painting in very good condition, some minimal damage to the upper part of the beard. The white enamel of the outermost border with a few very small scattered areas of restoration throughout where the enamel has weakened.
"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.
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