MacDougall Auctions 8 June 2009
8 June 2009
* 207. THE MOTHER OF GOD OF KAZAN WITH A LARGE SELECTION OF FAMILY PATRONS ON THE BORDER
RUSSIAN (URAL?), SECOND HALF OF THE XVIII CENTURY
30.8 by 25 cm.
2,500-3,500 pounds
Rendered realistically with dark shades, the hems of the garments emulate pearl-encrusted embroidery, ten private saints are depicted on the border, on a bright gold background.
Notes on symbols:
* Indicates 5% Import Duty Charge applies.
Ω Indicates 20% Import Duty Charge applies.
§ Indicates Artist's Resale Right applies.
† Indicates Standard VAT scheme applies, and the rate of 20% VAT will be charged on both hammer price and premium.