Bidspirit auction | A RUSSIAN MIXED MEDIA STUDY

A RUSSIAN MIXED MEDIA STUDY OF A SAINT, ATTRIBUTED TO MIKHAIL NESTEROV - Mixed media on paper, likely watercolor and graphite with ink outlines, depicting a standing haloed saint in liturgical vestments, holding a censer suspended on chains. The saint is depicted frontally beneath an arched architectural motif, with stylized ornamental elements and a subdued palette of ochres, blues, and soft earth tones. The handling reflects an emphasis on spiritual mood and inward devotion rather than narrative detail, consistent with Nesterov’s approach to ecclesiastical subjects and mural design. Signed with a monogram at lower right. Presented in an early framed mount with hand-painted blue and gilt border lines, likely original or period. Dimensions: Artwork dimensions: 14.1 x 5.9 inches (35.8 x 15 cm). Frame dimensions: 18.8 x 7.8 inches (47.8 x 19.8 cm). Conditions: Overall good condition. Minor softening to edges, partially obscured by the mat. The media remain stable, with no apparent losses. The frame shows surface wear and patina commensurate with age. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions offers in-house shipping. In case we can not accommodate a shipping request, a list of additional shippers will be provided. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions offers in-house shipping. In case we can not accommodate a shipping request, a list of additional shippers will be provided.