LOT 374
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Lot 374
AN INTERESTING RUSSIAN ICON OF THE MIRACLE AT KHONAE AND THE FIERY ASCENSION OF THE PROPHET ELIJAH, CIRCA 1880. At left, within a ogee arched reserve a finely painted image of the miracle of the Archangel Michael at Khonae. The title of which is incised on gilt banners flanking the arched finial. On the right in a similar reserve, a finely painted image of the Fiery Ascension of the Prophet Elijah who is shown dropping his mantel to his successor, Elisha. At top center, God the Father delivers a blessing from the Heavens depicted as clouds. The gilt background and boarders ornately incised with strapwork. 13.25 inches x 11.3 inches (33.7 x 29 cm).
Estimate:
$2,000 - 3,000
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