Lot number 521 - Auction
A MONUMENTAL ICON SHOWING CHRIST PANTOKRATOR FROM A CHURCH ICONOSTASIS

A MONUMENTAL ICON SHOWING CHRIST PANTOKRATOR FROM A CHURCH ICONOSTASIS Greek, 17th century Tempera on wood panel. The serene face of Christ rendered finely, framed by his shoulder-length hair and a soft beard, gazing directly at the onlooker, blessing and displaying the closed Gospels. The facial features rendered boldly. On a gold background. Greek inscribed on the right border. Minimally restored, losses to the lower border. 85.6 x 57.2 cm.