$185
Three Russian Brass Traveling Icons, probably 19th century, each with religious figural scenes and Cyrillic inscriptions, two tripartite-form with enamel: one ht. 2 5/8, wd. 3 5/8, one with two panels depicting saints, reverse with cross-motif decoration, ht. 4 5/8, wd. 4 5/8; and a tripartite form with central panel of single figure and flanking panels with two figures in six pictorial scenes, ht. 2 5/8, wd. 3 3/4 in. Estimate $300-500 Rubbing to all surfaces overall with age-typical wear throughout lot, some loss to enameling. One tripartite icon only has two panels, and is missing the third. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-01-12
