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A Monumental Russian Icon of the Holy Visage with a Gilded Silver Oklad, circa 1700
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Tempera on wood, gilded silver
- 26 3/4 x 21 7/8 in.
- 68 x 55.6 cm
the icon delicately rendered, particularly the Holy Figure's hair and the surfaces of the veil; the oklad finely chased and repoussé rendering the veil in high relief, the borders chased with Neoclassical ornament, Moscow, 1802; also with inscription indicating metal weight; the halo in the Rococo taste, chased and repoussé with seraphim set among the rays, Moscow, 1791
Condition
the icon with some losses and restoration, particularly in the Holy Figure's face; the halo slightly loose
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.