MacDougall Auctions 8 June 2009
8 June 2009
* 206. NURSING MOTHER OF GOD
RUSSIAN (KOSTROMA?), SECOND HALF OF THE XVIII CENTURY
44.4 by 36.5 cm.
6,000-8,000 pounds
Portrayed seated, facing the viewer and supporting the Christ Child on her lap, her green robe with pearl-emulating ornamentation, the cufflinks, hem and folds of her maphorion in gold, the haloes and inscriptions in bright red, on a glittering gold background.
Notes on symbols:
* Indicates 5% Import Duty Charge applies.
Ω Indicates 20% Import Duty Charge applies.
§ Indicates Artist's Resale Right applies.
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