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A THREE-PIECE RUSSIAN ICON GROUPING: The Deisis, 20th century. Finely painted in the traditional "Old Style". On the left the Mother of God, at center Christ, and on the right John the Forerunner. The background and borders ornately incised and the borders in colorful faux enameling. Stunning! Each icon measuring 10.25 inches x 8.75 inches (26.5 cm x 22 cm). Estimate $2,000-$3,000 |
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A RUSSIAN ICON: St. John Chrysostum, 18th century. John holds an ornately decorated book of Gospels and delivers a blessing. His ornate outer robe (sakkos) is also ornately decorated with gold and gemstones. St. John was known for his eloquent oratory skills and was thus given the name "Golden-mouthed". The usual Orthodox Sunday liturgy is the Liturgy of John Chrysostum. This icon appears to have been transferred at a later date into a new wood panel. A common practice utilized to extend the life of an icon whose edges or borders may have been excessively worn. 10.75 inches x 5.25 inches (27.4 cm x 13 cm). Estimate $800-$1,200 |