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A Russian Icon of the Mother of God "Joy to Those Who Sorrow" with Gilded Silver and Enamel Oklad
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- the oklad Moscow, 1896, with initials of unidentified workmaster EAK
- Tempera on wood, gilded silver, silver, enamel
- 12 1/4 x 10 1/2 in.
- 31.1 x 26.7 cm
the gilded silver oklad chased and repoussé with a realistic landscape and drapery in high relief, the borders set with brightly colored bands enameled with floral ornament, also with halos enameled with floral ornament against a stippled gilt ground
Condition
the icon surface with some losses from the back of the oklad; the enameled spandrels slightly loose and with some small losses
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.
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.