- 676
An Iconostasis Icon with parcel-gilt silver oklad, Palekh, circa 1800
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- Tempera on wood
- 53 by 44.2cm, 20 7/8 by 17 3/8 in.
painted on gold ground, the iconostasis divided into 6 tiers, the local tier centred with the Royal Door, the second one displaying church feasts, the next three depicting saints, prophets and forefathers, crowned with the Crucifixion, set in a chased oklad repoussé, struck with maker's mark MP (Cyrillic), 1908-1926, 84 standard, with later additions to the oklad
Condition
General good condition, some minor wear consistent with age. The oklad with later additions
"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."