A GREEK PARCEL GILT AND EGG TEMPERA ON BOARD ICON, 18TH CENTURY, "Hypapante," the scene of Mary in a red and blue dress and and Joseph in a blue robe holding a cloth present Jesus to God as their first born son after her period of cleansing in the temple, where Simeon in a red robe and grey tunic blesses the Christ child while Anne an elderly prophetess in a red cloak gazes on holding a scroll. The figures are in a medieval style brick temple room centered by a blue canopy with a hanging incense burner above a red curtain and golden holy book, and stand on the steps. The top inscribed with Greek letters referring to the Hypapante. 17" x 12 1/4" Provenance: Estate of the late Charles A. and Betti F. Saunders, Houston, Texas.

Heavy cracquelure throughout with some losses to the paint mostly around the outermost edges, some exposure to woodworm, overall in good condition. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."

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