ICON 'THE MOTHER OF GOD OF THE SIGN (ZNAMENIYE) WITH HOLY GUARDIAN ANGELS AND SAINT SERGE OF RADONEZH WITH BRASS OKLAD Villages in the Vladimir region, first third of the 19th century Oklad: brass, marked 'P. Ovchinnikov' mark wood, levkas, gold leaf, tempera 22.6 x 18.6 cm Condition: icon and oklad in good condition This icon represents a harmonious combination of oklad decoration and expressive iconography. The Sign' is the image of the Annunciation and the promise of the Birth of Christ: it shows the Mother of God with her hands raised in prayer and the Holy Child in her womb in a circle (Orante type icon). At the buyer's request, we will be happy to provide a general report on the condition of the lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise prospective buyers to carry out their own inspection or consult a specialist of their choice for a full assessment of the condition of the lot. Descriptions of items provided in the catalogue or by correspondence are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as a definitive assessment. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD 'AS IS' IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.