Icon, The beheading of St. John the Baptist - Wood - 19th century

Ancient Russian icon "The Beheading of St. John the Baptist" from the 19th century. Hand-painted with egg tempera colours on a wooden panel with chalk background. Typical method of icon production in the 18th and 19th century in the Tsarist period of Russia. Relatively detailed painting. In particular, the armour of the soldier. Perfectly matched colour contrasts and accomplished shading. The icon and the saints are labelled. The inscriptions are clearly legible. Relatively rare and sought-after motif. The icon is in acceptable condition with heavier age-related signs of wear in the form of scratches, paint flaking and heavy colour abrasions. In particular, the lower right corner of the icon. The "God the Father" floating in the cloud can hardly be seen anymore. The icon is in need of restoration. The painting has very fine and authentic craquelure. Two wooden laths are attached on the top and bottom ends of the back. Heavy and solid wooden panel. All details are well-visible in the photos. The photos are part of the description. The icon is painted in the famous and praised style of Neviansk. Dimensions: 27 x 22. 5 x 3 cm This is a private sale.