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Lot 615
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Archangel Michael, Eastern Carpathia, 17th century

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • tempera, wood
  • 94.6 by 51cm, 37 1/4 by 20 1/8 in.
depicting the Archangel Michael as the guardian angel and leader of heavenly host, clad in full armour, his wings outspread, holding a drawn sword in his right hand and the sword scabbard with his other hand, dressed in a bright orange red cloak fastened on his breast and falling in folds at the back

Provenance

Boris Anrep (1883-1963) Collection, United Kingdom

Condition

The reverse of the panel with some damage due to woodworm, a narrow vertical strip missing in the upper left corner, patches of new gesso and some retouches in the lower part of the icon, some minor flaking to the lower part of the left leg, some minor retouching especially in the wings, some traces left of the original silver background
"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."