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A Russian Gilded Silver and Enamel Triptych Icon of the Smolensk Mother of God, Antip Kuzmichev, Moscow; retailed by Ovchinnikov, 1892
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
Contained in fitted leather case.
- Gilded silver, enamel
- Height 4 1/8 in.
- 10.5 cm
the doors with pierced and scrolling ornament, angels and seraphim, also with enameled Neo-Byzantine ornament opening to reveal the icon of the Mother of God of Smolensk rendered in bright colors on a gold ground, the columns and borders enameled en champlevé, the reverse with a shaped and decorated strut
Provenance
Wartski, London
Condition
the icon with extensive repainting to the figures; the gilded silver and enamel with some small wear consistent with age and use
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.