Cabinet of Curiosities

December 0914, 2023
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LOT 755

Lot 755

Russian Icon of The Bogolyubovo Mother of God, 19th century

Russian Icon of The Bogolyubovo Mother of God, 19th century
Lot 755 Details
Russian Icon of The Bogolyubovo Mother of God, 19th century

tempera on gessoed panel
12.6 x 10.5 in — 32 x 26.7 cm

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $1,107
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Russian Icon of The Bogolyubovo Mother of God, 19th century
  • Russian Icon of The Bogolyubovo Mother of God, 19th century
Provenance:

Estate of Arnold Cantwell Smith, Toronto, Canadian Ambassador to the USSR, 1961-1963, thence by descent to the current owner.

CONDITION DETAILS

Warped, with some paint loss.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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