Lot 443
  • 443

Our Lady of Vladimir, Russian, late 16th century

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Our Lady of Vladimir
  • wood, tempera, oil
  • 21.9 by 17.5cm, 8 5/8 by 6 7/8 in.
tempera on wood

Provenance

Gift of Humanities Fund Inc., 1972

Condition

The background and borders with larger areas of later levkas and modern retouching. Some restoration to the figures; with a larger patch of restoration in the centre, including the left hand of the Mother of God and a larger patch in the lower part of her mantel.
"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."