Lot 445
19th Century Hand Painted Russian Orthodox Church Icon Depicting The 12 Feast Days and the Resurrection, Gesso and Gilt Gold on Thick Wood Panel. Beautiful 19th Century (Central) Russian Icon of hand painted gesso and gilt gold on thick wood (14 x 12") depicting the Resurrection and the 12 Feast Days of the Russian Orthodox Church. As a piece of art, this is a beautiful piece of iconography, the details in the faces of the saints remarkable enhanced by the gold leaf seen throughout. The scenes depicted are: At center: The Resurrection. Surrounding is The birth of Mary, the presentation, the Annunciation, Baptism, Transfiguration, Ascension, Dormition of the Virgin, the Holy Trinity, Lifting the Cross, Entering Jerusalem and Presentation to the Elders. In excellent condition. Consignor has graciously created a folio of information regarding Iconography, the prayers that are associated with them after completion, and a thorough translation of each panel. Estimated Value $950 - UP
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