Large 19th Century Painted Icon on Wood 'Christ and Attendant Clergy'
Large 19th Century Painted Icon on Wood
- Title: Christ and Attendant Clergy
- Date: 19th Century
- Medium: Oil on Wood Panel
- Dimensions: 51 cm x 38 cm
- Inscription: Russian Cyrillic text
- Condition: Some surface peeling, wooden panel has defects, unclear signature on the back
Description:
This large 19th-century Russian Orthodox icon is painted on wood and features Christ surrounded by attendant clergy. The piece includes Russian Cyrillic inscriptions, which add to its historical and religious significance.
Though unsigned, the artwork shows signs of age-related wear, with some peeling paint and damage to the wooden panel beneath the image. Additionally, an unclear signature is present on the back.
This piece is a testament to traditional Russian iconography, making it a significant work for collectors of religious art and Orthodox Christian heritage.