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A Russian Icon of the Apostle Saints Peter and Paul with Gilded Silver Oklad
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
the oklad St. Petersburg, circa 1895, with unidentified Cyrillic maker's mark EGP, also with scratched weight
- tempera on on wood panel, gilded silver, silk velvet backing
- 12 1/4 x 10 5/8 in.
- 31.1 x 27.1 cm
the two saints shown at full length, with St. Peter holding keys and St. Paul a Gospel, with the Mother of God of the Sign in the clouds above them, the icon circa 1700
Condition
the icon with some loss and repair; the oklad with some dings to sides and with one halo loose on one side
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.