LOT 416
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Lot 416
A LARGE AND IMPRESSIVE RUSSIAN PAINTED ICON CRUCIFIX, 19TH CENTURY. The top central section painted with the Holy Visage above two descending angels of the Lord. On the left, the sun that has darkened, and on the right, the moon that has become like blood. Below an interestingly painted image of the crucified Christ. The central cross beam terminating with the Mother of God (left) and the Apostle John (right). And below the feet of Christ the head of Adam and further still a cartouche inscribed with the standard prayer exalting the cross, "The Cross is Protector of All the World, The Cross is the Beauty of the Church, The Cross is the Might of Kings, The Cross is the Comfort of the Believers, The Cross is the Glory of Angels, The Cross is the Plague of Demons." 52.5 inches x 38.25 inches (134 x 97 cm).
Estimate:
$1,200 - 1,800
€ 840 - 1,260
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