Ethiopian Bifacial Triptych Icon with Six Paintings
Mid 18th century AD. A bifacial wooden triptych with hand painted polychrome scenes to each of six inner faces, one principal face showing Saint George on horseback spearing the dragon, the other depicting the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus, saints above, individual figures to each of the four side panels. 13.2 grams, 10.5cm wide (4"). UK trade, 2000. Ex central London gallery. [No Reserve]
Condition Report: Fair condition.
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Mid 18th century AD. A bifacial wooden triptych with hand painted polychrome scenes to each of six inner faces, one principal face showing Saint George on horseback spearing the dragon, the other depicting the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus, saints above, individual figures to each of the four side panels. 13.2 grams, 10.5cm wide (4"). UK trade, 2000. Ex central London gallery. [No Reserve]
Condition Report: Fair condition.