MacDougall Auctions 8 June 2009

8 June 2009

Artist Index / Full Catalogue


RUSSIAN (POVOLZHYE), XVII CENTURY

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.