44. Icon on wood, "The Mother of God prompt helper", Russian school, 19th century
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44. Icon on wood, "The Mother of God prompt helper", Russian school, 19th century
Starting price:
EUR 400
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EUR 400
tempera and silver foil on wood, 37.5 x 31 cm
Identification elements of iconographic and stylistic order: The icon illustrates the scene "Virgin Mary, Speedily Aiding". It is depicted by the painter in the center of the composition, standing, with her arms extended sideways and covered with a wide mantle, in a gesture of protection and embrace of the multitude of people grouped to her left and right. Represented are holy hierarchs, women and men, young and old, sick, all looking hopefully towards the Virgin Mary and expecting help from her. Above her forehead, Jesus Christ blesses her with both hands. Around, a wide frame painted in ocher-red.
Identification elements of technical order: The wooden support of the painting consists of a single board strengthened on the back with two buried cross pieces.
Conclusions: The icon is made in an Old Believer workshop and falls into the Russian school of painting, as it emerges from the themes and typology of the characters, however, over time, they have acquired some peculiarities (A.D.).
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