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A RUSSIAN ICON: The Annunciation, 18th century. Here the Archangel Gabriel (left) greets the Virgin Mary at right. God the Father at top with a breath blows the Holy Spirit (seen as a dove) down upon Mary. Finely painted. 9.75 inches x 7 inches (24.5 cm x 17.7 cm). Estimate $1,000-$1,500

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A RUSSIAN ICON: The Baptism of Christ, 18th century. Here Christ appears in the Jordan River as John baptizes Him and angels of the Lord wait in attendance. 8.5 inches x 7.25 inches (21.5 cm x 18.4 cm). Estimate $1,000-$1,500

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A RUSSIAN ICON: The Transfiguration, 18th century. Here Christ is seen on Mount Tabor with Moses and Elijah, the Apostles Peter, John and James fall to earth in awe. 8.5 inches x 7.25 inches (21.7 cm x 18.2 cm). Estimate $1,000-$1,500