The Annunciation, Moscow School, 16th century

the Archangel depicted advancing, his hand outstretched to convey delivery of a message, against a background of soaring architecture, an atrium with a tent-shaped canopy from which red vellum is suspended on an ivory coloured ground, the raised border mounted with a finely chased silver basma

There is wear to the background and some restoration to the buildings. The faces are original. We would advise propsective buyers to view.
"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."

This basma is a later replacement, probably from the nineteenth century.  Most of the original rizas and basma from 16th century Russia have not survived as they were melted down in the Time of Troubles to produce coins to pay for the troops.