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A miniature portrait of Empress Alexandra Feodorovna, Ivan Winberg (d. 1851), circa 1835
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- ivory, paint, glass, wood
- height 3.8cm, 1 1/2 in.; height of frame 9.8cm, 3 7/8 in.
on ivory, the Empress depicted wearing the small Imperial crown, ermine robes, and the sash of the Order of St Andrew, signed in Latin 'Winberg' centre right, in a wood frame with gilt metal bezel
Condition
Generally good condition. There is an apparent loss at 1 o'clock, visible in the catalogue photo.
"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."
Catalogue Note
The Empress is wearing the same impressive ruby, diamond and pearl necklace as depicted in the well-known portrait of her by Franz Krüger, painted in 1830, the same year Winberg received the title of 'naznachennyi' (appointed) artist to the Imperial Court.