MacDougall Auctions 7-11 June 2010
7 June 2010
90. A MONUMENTAL ICON OF THE MOTHER OF GOD HODEGETRIA
SECOND HALF OF THE 18TH CENTURY
162.5 by 124.5 cm.
50,000-70,000 pounds
This is a remarkable example of the approach of art of the
Modern era to the traditional iconography and figurative art
of an ancient image. This majestic, monumental image once
adorned the Veneration Tier of a large iconostasis possibly
of a cat
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.