Lot 212
- 212
A Russian quadripartite icon of Mothers of God with gilded silver and cloisonné enamel oklad
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- wood panel, gesso, tempera, velvet, gilded silver, enamel
- 14 1/8 x 11 1/2 in. (35.7 x 29 cm)
the icon including the Mother of God, Softener of Hardened Hearts, the Mother of God, Rescuer of the Dying, the Mother of God, Freedom from Pain for the Suffering, and the Mother of God, Assuage My Sorrows, the borders with St. King David at left and St. Steven at right; the gilded silver oklad chased in the 17th-century style, struck with Cyrillic maker's mark NG, the oklad and halos, Moscow, 1898-1908, 84 standard
Condition
some minimal wear to the icon surface from the back of the oklad, primarily in the Christ Child's halo at upper right; the oklad in very good condition with only typical bends or dings along sides
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.