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A GREEK ICON DEPICTING THE 'LIFE-GIVING SPRING' IN THE BALIKLI MONASTERY, TURKEY, OTTOMAN, 18TH CENTURY |
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 71 by 50cm.
oil on wood
Condition
In overall good condition, crackeleure and rubbing throught the surface of the painting consisten with its age, the frame with minor holes and cratches, as viewed.
"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 present icon depicts the 'life-giving spring' in the Balikli Monastery in Istanbul, reputed to have healing properties since the time of Emperor Justinian. The Monastery was destroyed and rebuilt with the conquest of Constantinople in 1453 and again in 1821. Also known as the Monastery of the 'Mother of God at the Spring', it is one of the most important centres of Eastern Orthodoxy and it is often the subject of Orthodox icons.