A TRIPTYCH OF THE MOTHER OF GOD OF KAZAN IN AN EMBROIDERED OKLAD WITH FEASTS AND SELECTED SAINTS - POVOLZHIE, SECOND HALF OF THE 17TH CENTURY

MacDougall Auctions 7-11 June 2010

7 June 2010

POVOLZHIE, SECOND HALF OF THE 17TH CENTURY

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94. A TRIPTYCH OF THE MOTHER OF GOD OF KAZAN IN AN EMBROIDERED OKLAD WITH FEASTS AND SELECTED SAINTS

POVOLZHIE, SECOND HALF OF THE 17TH CENTURY

Extended 44 by 57 cm, closed 44 by 29 cm.
40,000-50,000 pounds

This work is a striking example of a traditional 17th century domestic icon case in the form of a folding box with a triangular-shaped top designed for a family shrine. It is an icon of the Mother of God of Kazan, a copy of the miraculous image v

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.