World Treasures: Important Russian, European, Asian & American Works
November 18th & 19th, 2014
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LOT 548
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Lot 548
AN ICON OF METROPHAN OF VORONEZH, PROBABLY SOUTHWEST RUSSIA, 19TH CENTURY. Naturalistically painted within an oval reserve, here Metrophan appears as a bishop delivering a blessing and holding a crosier. The borders colorfully painted with blossoms. He is identified by the inscription above his head as, "The Holy Metrophan Bishop of Voronezh." 22 inches x 18.25 inches (56 x 46 cm). (Unillustrated)
Estimate:  $750 - 1,000   € 525 - 700
Passed
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