Decorative Arts & Design

February 1318, 2021
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LOT 16

Lot 16

Russian Silver-Gilt and Painted Icon of Saint Nikita, Bishop of Novgorod, Moscow, 1863

Russian Silver-Gilt and Painted Icon of Saint Nikita, Bishop of Novgorod, Moscow, 1863
Lot 16 Details
Russian Silver-Gilt and Painted Icon of Saint Nikita, Bishop of Novgorod, Moscow, 1863

10.5 x 8.7 in — 26.7 x 22 cm
maker's mark (cyrillic) AO, assaymaster A. Svyechin

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $3,300
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Estate of Johannes Van Wees, Victoria, BC

CONDITION DETAILS

Several dents or creases to the oklad; tears, splits and holes at the sides and corners; otherwise substantially in good condition; well marked on the halo and base edge and scratched with an inventory number on the upper edge

LOT 16
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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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