Description
An antique Russian hand painted icon of Deesis. Mixed media painting: egg tempera, gesso, and levkas on a wood board. Inscribed in Church Slavonic in the upper part. Circa: 19th century. In Byzantine art, and in later Eastern Orthodox art generally, the Deesis or Deisis is a traditional iconic representation of Christ in Majesty or Christ Pantocrator: enthroned, and flanked by the Virgin Mary and St. John the Baptist, and sometimes other saints and angels. Russian Icon Painting, Christian Religious Items and Collectibles.
Dimensions
10 5/8 x 8 3/4 in. All measurements are approximate.
Condition
Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Craquelures. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
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