Archangel Michael, Antique Religious Russian Icon, tempera on wooden panel, 19/20 th 32 x 27 cm. The archangel shown with fire sword in military attire and with outstretched wings.The Holy Archangel Michael is one of the most celebrated of the Angels and bodiless powers; he is called the Archistrategos, or chief commander, of all the bodiless powers. According to Holy Scripture and Tradition, he has interceded for humanity multiple times and continues to serve as the Defender of the Faith. St Michael is most often invoked for protection from invasion by enemies and from civil war, and for the defeat of adversaries on the field of battle. He is celebrated primarily on November 8, the Synaxis of Michael and all the Bodiless Powers of Heaven; September 6 also marks the miracle of the Archangel at Colossae. Condition: authentic icon. Provenance: private collection Germany. Minimum 600 USA Dollar, shippingcost worldwide 55 USA Dollar. The authenticity of every icon is guaranteed

Good condition with wear, losses and damages.