Two Russian orthodox 'Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker' icons, 18th/19th C.
Ca. 35 x 30 cm
Saint Nicholas of Myra[a] (traditionally 15 March 270 - 6 December 343), also known as Nicholas of Bari, was an early Christian bishop of Greek descent from the maritime city of Patara in Anatolia (in modern-day Antalya Province, Turkey) during the time of the Roman Empire. Because of the many miracles attributed to his intercession, he is also known as 'Nicholas the Wonderworker'. Saint Nicholas is the patron saint of sailors, merchants, archers, repentant thieves, children, brewers, pawnbrokers, toymakers, unmarried people, and students in various cities and countries around Europe.
Provenance:
- A private collection, Belgium. Both accompanied by a certificate of authenticity by Prof. Dr. E. Voordeckers, dated October 13, 1978 and January 4, 1979 (R. 782. 834 & R. 783.087).
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Ca. 35 x 30 cm
Saint Nicholas of Myra[a] (traditionally 15 March 270 - 6 December 343), also known as Nicholas of Bari, was an early Christian bishop of Greek descent from the maritime city of Patara in Anatolia (in modern-day Antalya Province, Turkey) during the time of the Roman Empire. Because of the many miracles attributed to his intercession, he is also known as 'Nicholas the Wonderworker'. Saint Nicholas is the patron saint of sailors, merchants, archers, repentant thieves, children, brewers, pawnbrokers, toymakers, unmarried people, and students in various cities and countries around Europe.
Provenance:
- A private collection, Belgium. Both accompanied by a certificate of authenticity by Prof. Dr. E. Voordeckers, dated October 13, 1978 and January 4, 1979 (R. 782. 834 & R. 783.087).
Condition
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