ANTIQUE 19C RUSSIAN ICON OF UNEXPECTED JOY
An antique 19th century icon of the Mother of God Unexpected Joy, venerated as miraculous in the Russian Orthodox Church. The iconography is based on a legend recorded by Saint Demetrius of Rostov about a sinful youth who received unexpected forgiveness of his sins through prayer before this icon. The mixed media painting: egg tempera, gesso, and levkas on a wood board. Russian Orthodox Religious Items and Collectibles.
Dimensions
12 x 10 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.
Condition
Overall good condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
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An antique 19th century icon of the Mother of God Unexpected Joy, venerated as miraculous in the Russian Orthodox Church. The iconography is based on a legend recorded by Saint Demetrius of Rostov about a sinful youth who received unexpected forgiveness of his sins through prayer before this icon. The mixed media painting: egg tempera, gesso, and levkas on a wood board. Russian Orthodox Religious Items and Collectibles.
Dimensions
12 x 10 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.
Condition
Overall good condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
Estimate
Reserve
Time, Location
Auction House
