Lot number 1125 - Auction 161
BEDEUTENDE IKONE MIT DEM THRONENDEN CHRISTUS ALS HOHEPRISTER AUS EINER KIRCHEN-IKONOSTASE

AN IMPORTANT AND MONUMENTAL ICON SHOWING CHRIST THE HIGH PRIEST FROM A CHURCH ICONOSTASIS Greek, Crete, 17th century Tempera on wood panel. Finely executed in great detail on a gold ground. The halo ornately punched. The sinoptic iconograpic type of Christ, embodying his dual aspect as High Priest and King. The face is finely executed with white highlights. The border minimally restored. 97 x 67 cm.