Antique Russian Icon, Most Holy Theotokos, the Unburnt Bush

early 19th century, tempera on panel with gilt embellishment, symmetrical radial floral and star design with icon of the Mother of God (Theotokos) holding the Christ child at center, surrounded by a host of saints, angels, and religious figures, the four corners with narrative scenes based on the miracle witnessed by Moses on Mount Horeb.
13 3/4 x 12 1/8 in.
From the Collection of the late Keith Stanley, Professor Emeritus of Classical Studies at Duke University, North Carolina
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Some rubbing to gilt and areas of paint loss; some scattered fine craquelure; a few areas of painted restoration visible under UV light.