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a russian icon of st. vladimir, Workshop of I.M. Malyshev, Sergiev Posad, 1881
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
inscribed at base in Cyrillic painted in the workshop of the artist Malyshev in Sergiev Posad in 1881, with workshop stamp on the reverse, and with gilded silver oklad, by Ovchinnkov, Moscow, 1883
- 19 3/4 x 8 3/4 in.
- 50.2 x 22.2 cm
the saint shown standing at full length, richly dressed, and holding a cross, most of the wooden surface of the icon engraved with scrolling floral ornament and brightly gilded
Condition
some minor losses to icon; the oklad appears to have been cut down to reveal more of the gilt wood surface of the icon
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NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.