Lot 543
  • 543

A silver-gilt icon of the Mother of God of the Sign, unrecorded maker M.I. (Cyrillic), Moscow, 1842

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • tempera, panel, silver-gilt
  • 26.5 by 22.7cm, 10 1/2 by 9in.
84 standard

Condition

The painting with a layer of darkened varnish and surface dirt. Unexamined out of oklad. The silver in very good condition, with a small area of damage to the bottom right corner.
"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."