Lot 228
  • 228

A Russian Icon of the Mother of God "Umilenie", circa 1600

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • 12 3/8 x 9 3/4 in.
  • 31.4 x 24.8 cm
This fine and delicately painted of the Mother of God "Umilenie" (of Tenderness) displays a rare, but particularly touching interpretation of the iconographic type. Mary cradles both the infant's body and head as she lays her cheek against his and he embraces her around her neck.

Condition

some wear to the gold highlights
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