Early 19th C. Russian Icon - Virgin Mary & Crucifixion
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Description
Russia, ca. early to mid 19th century CE. Russian Orthodox hand painted icon depicting the Virgin Mary contemplating a crucified Jesus Christ, hand painted in egg tempera and gesso on wood panel with elegantly delineated old Cyrillic lettering, the painted icon covered with a repousse and chased brass cover (oklad meaning "trimming" or riza meaning "robe"), finely impressed with the Virgin's radiant halo and robes, the Golgotha skull and crossbones beneath the crucifixion, a floral arched border, and struck with old Cyrillic lettering. Panel cross members or back slats indicate that this icon dates prior to 1890 CE. A fine example, replete with sacred iconography, strong painting, and an attractive ornamental oklad. Size: 11" W x 13.5" H (27.9 cm x 34.3 cm)
Provenance: Ex-Hotel Des Encans de Montreal - June 14, 2016 auction
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#115849
Provenance: Ex-Hotel Des Encans de Montreal - June 14, 2016 auction
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#115849
Condition
Surface wear and losses to painting as shown. Oklad not attached to icon. Old perforations at peripheries of oklad for prior attachment. Cracks and losses to peripheries of oklad as shown. Back slats missing.
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Early 19th C. Russian Icon - Virgin Mary & Crucifixion
Estimate $800 - $1,200
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