Lot number 2020 - Auction 142
MONUMENTALE UND SELTENE IKONE MIT DEM SCHUTZENGEL MIT SEINEN TATEN

A RARE AND MONUMENTAL ICON SHOWING THE GUARDIAN ANGEL Central Russian, 2nd quarter 18th century Tempera on wood panel. The haloes and cartouches made of gold. In the central panel, the angel gestures toward Christ, who appears at the upper edge, symbolizing His guidance to lead humanity toward goodness. In the triangular sections, His support to humankind is depicted, including how He watches over sleep and guides the soul of the righteous to paradise. Minor areas of retouching. 70 x 35 cm.