MacDougall Auctions 8 June 2009
8 June 2009
* 14. THE MOTHER OF GOD OF TIKHVIN
RUSSIAN, SECOND HALF OF THE XIX CENTURY
30.6 by 26.5 cm.
2,000-2,500 pounds
Painted with sombre colours, the folds of the garments are rendered in bright, gold highlights, the haloes in shaded pale green and orange, against an ochre 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.