AN EASTERN ORTHODOX ICON, MOTHER OF GOD IT IS TRULY MEET
tempera on wood panel, a painted icon of Mother of God, holding the infant Christ, shown with a crown placed on her head by two attending angels, the lower margin depicts a scroll inscribed with a narrative regarding the appearance of this icon on Mount Athos; dimensions: 30.5 x 25.5 cm (12 x 10 in.)

CONDITION
The icon is in good condition, some minor rubbing to the paint along the lower edge, some scratches to the back of the panel, no other visible issues to report. Not inspected under UV light. To request inspection, please, email info@shapiroauctions.com.
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