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A LARGE ICON OF THE CHENSTOKHOVSKAYA MOTHER OF GOD (SOFTENER OF EVIL HEARTS)

A LARGE ICON OF THE CHENSTOKHOVSKAYA MOTHER OF GOD (SOFTENER OF EVIL HEARTS) Russian, Vetka, 19th century Tempera on wood panel. Portrayed half-length with crown. The Christ Child seated on her left arm, blessing and holding a Gospel Book. Rendered traditionally with saturated colours. The garments embellished in gold. Against a gold background. Three family saints on the borders. Paint blisterings, partially restored. 44.5 x 35.3 cm.