18th C. Russian Wood Icon - Saint Michael
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Russia, ca. 18th to 19th century CE. A fine Russian icon depicting the Archangel Michael painted in egg tempera and gold leaf on wood. Valiantly riding a horse and holding his traditional attributes (a sword and spear) as Chief Commander of the Heavenly hosts, Saint Michael tramples over flames which symbolize the Devil. Satan, after all, was Michael's opponent in the battle for Heaven. The entire scene is set in an abstract landscape. The figures' gestures and motion are characteristically pantomime-like, indicative of the Russian admiration for Byzantine art. A fine example! Size: 10.5" L x 8.75" W (26.7 cm x 22.2 cm)
Provenance: Ex- Estate of M. Reiniger, Chicago, IL
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#111517
Provenance: Ex- Estate of M. Reiniger, Chicago, IL
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
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#111517
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Repaired from two pieces with minor paint loss as shown.
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18th C. Russian Wood Icon - Saint Michael
Estimate $500 - $700
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