Icon, Mother of God Vladimirskaya - Wood - 18th century

Virgin of Vladimir, 18th century, Russia, Old Religious Antique Russia, tempera on wooden board, size 36 x 31 cm. According to the ancient traditions, this original icon was painted by St Luke. In Russia this icon is without any doubt the most well-known Mother of God Icon. The icon of the Theotokos of Vladimir is sometimes described as expressing universal feelings of motherly love and anxiety for her child. The Holy Virgin of Vladimir originates from the ancient iconographic type of Odigitria. Odigitria, - “The One Who Shows the Way”, carries the general concept of all icons of the Mother of God, as our helper and guide to the Christ. Condition: authentic icon. The authenticity of every icon is guaranteed. Good condition with wear, losses, restorations and damages.