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A large silver-gilt, enamel, diamond and seed pearl triptych icon, Adler, Moscow, 1879-1882
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- open: 48.5 by 63cm., 9 1/8 by 24¾in; closed: 48.5 by 31.5cm., 9 1/8 by 12½in
the central panel decorated with Christ seated on a trompe l'oeil throne surmounted by the Deisis, flanked to the left by Our Lady, to the right by Saint John the Baptist, each depicted full length against engine-turned gilt grounds, the robes constructed from seed pearls, the halos enamelled and set with diamonds, each panel with fine geometric enamel borders, 84 and 88 standard, the outer doors and underside with polished wood casing
Condition
The interior of the icon appears to be in really good condition. The outer wood doors are bowed and missing four support pins. The silver is a little tarnished at the edges and would benfit from a professional clean. Unusually, the pearls have not been replaced.
This is a very rare icon of exceptional size.
"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."