Lot number 642 - Auction 142
GROSSFORMATIGE IKONE MIT CHRISTUS, DAS GRIMMEN AUGE

A VERY LARGE ICON SHOWING THE SAVIOUR WITH THE FEARSOME EYE Russian, 18th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The halo made of silver, covered by a golden lacquer. Christ portrayed bust-length, facing the viewer directly, with a severe expression, his hair terminating in curls laid on his right shoulder. Minor areas of retouching. 53 x 43.5 cm.