LOT 386
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Lot 386
A RUSSIAN ICON OF SAINTS FLORUS AND LARUS, PALEKH, CIRCA 1900. At top center, the Archangel Michael (identified by the inscription on the upper margin) holds the Holy Visage, on his left are Saints Florus and the Bishop Saint Modest, on his right the Bishop Saint Vasiliy and Saint Larus. Below are depicted three riders chasing a herd of horses, their names are Spevsipp, Elevsipp, and Melevsipp, meaning "Horsebreaker," "Horse-Scout," and "Black Horse." With ornately incised gilt borders painted to simulate enameling. 12.25 inches x 10.4 inches (31 x 26.5 cm).
Estimate:
$1,000 - 1,500
€ 700 - 1,050
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