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A RUSSIAN ICON: The Nativity of Christ, circa 1580's with later
restorations. At center the Mother of God reclines, the infant Christ behind
Her in a cave. At mid left the three Magi approach, at the right a shepherd.
At lower left the Devil disguised as a shepherd tries to create doubt in the
mind of Joseph as to the virginity of Mary. At lower right the newborn
Christ is bathed. 10.25"x8.25" (26.5cm x 21cm). Estimate $3,000-$4,500 |
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A RUSSIAN ICON: Saint Mary of Egypt with Life Scenes, 18th century. A highly
stylized and interesting rendering of this less common subject. 12.5"x10.75"
(31.5cm x 27cm). Estimate $2,500-$3,500 |
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A FINE OLD RUSSIAN ICON: The Apostle Saint Paul, circa 1580-1600. A large
panel from the Diesis Tier of an iconostasis (right side). 28"x12.25"
(71.5cm x 31cm). Estimate $6,000-$7,500 |
