Lot number 1170 - Auction 161
MONUMENTALE IKONE MIT ERWEITERTER DEESIS

A MONUMENTAL ICON SHOWING AN EXTENDED DEISIS Russian, second half 19th century Tempera on three massive hardwood panels, partially gilded. The composition is arranged in mirror symmetry. On the central vertical axis, Christ is enthroned as the King of Kings. He is flanked by the Mother of God and Saint John the Forerunner, their hands raised in intercession. The Archangels Michael and Gabriel stand behind the throne. Restorations, the background and border have been stripped down to the levkas. 89 x 70.5 cm.