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A silver-gilt and seed pearl icon of the Mother of God of the Passion, 19th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- wood, tempera, tempera, seed pearls
- 30 by 26cm, 12 by 10 1/4 in.
the robes and swaddling of woven silver-gilt thread applied with paillons, the cloth borders with seed pearls set with simulated diamonds and sapphires, apparently unmarked, in a wood kiot, the back with illegible inscription dated 183(?)1
Provenance
Gala Dalí
Thence by descent
Condition
Very good condition. Three of the four halos loose at one edge. Some discolouration to the oklad, espceially the borders. The weaving of the robes in particularly good order.
"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."