LOT 76
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Lot 76
A FINE RUSSIAN ICON OF THE ODIGETRIA MOTHER OF GOD, 17TH CENTURY, AND RESET INTO A LATER PANEL. In this classic composition, the Christ Child rests in his mother’s arms and delivers a blessing while she gestures towards him indicating to the viewer the way to salvation. The title for this icon takes its name from the Greek word Hodegetria, which means, “one who shows the way”. Finely executed. 12.25 inches x 10.5 inches (31 x 26.4cm)
Estimate:
$2,000 - 3,000
€ 1,400 - 2,100
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