Lot 119
  • 119

A Russian Icon of the Prophet Elijah, 19th century

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Tempera on wood panel, gilding
  • 20 3/4 x 16 3/4 in.
  • 52.7 x 42.6 cm
The saint shown at center, seated before the opening of a rocky cave; the upper part of the image representing the Prophet's heavenly ascent

Condition

some small losses, including a chip to upper right hand of icon
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