MacDougall Auctions 8 June 2009
8 June 2009
15. THE VOLOKOLAMSKAYA MOTHER OF GOD WITH A CROWN
RUSSIAN (POVOLZHYE), XVII CENTURY
32.2 by 28.2 cm.
10,000-15,000 pounds
The usual iconography here is complemented by a large bejewelled crown, rendered traditionally with saturated colours, her rounded features emphasised with white brushstrokes, her garments embellished in gold.
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.