both figures painted in great detail on a gold ground, St Peter to the left holding a closed Gospel book and the keys of heaven, St Paul to the right also holding the closed Gospel book and a sword symbolising his martyrdom, the hems of the tunics highlighted with gold

A hole in the upper part of the panel, a restored vertical crack starting from the hole and running to the bottom, some damage to the gold ground, the icon covered with dirt and darkened varnish, the painting with some minor damage but in very good condition.
"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."