6. Icon on glass, "Jesus Christ Emperor and High Priest", probably painter Matei Țâmforea, Cârțișoara, 18(7)1, very rare collector's item
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6. Icon on glass, "Jesus Christ Emperor and High Priest", probably painter Matei Țâmforea, Cârțișoara, 18(7)1, very rare collector's item
Starting price:
EUR 400
Sold
EUR 2.250
tempera and gold foil on glass, stained and painted frame, 38.5 x 31 cm, 38,5 Ã 31 cm
Research information
So far, three icons having this iconographic themes have been known publicly, one in the Romanian Academyâs heritage, and two in the collection of Musat family.
The icon illustrates Jesus Christ giving benediction, seated on the throne. He is holding the Gospel in his left hand, and giving benediction with his right hand. The drawing made in pen, the dominant red and white colour scheme, the mode in which the character’s physiognomy was made, with a short, small neck, and rounded face, are the arguments in favour of such assigning. The iconographic theme depicted against a pink and white background is very well highlighted, being specific for Matei Tâmforea. (M.B.)
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