Lot 476
  • 476

Mandylion or the Image of the Saviour Made Without Hands and the Old Testament Trinity, Novgorod School, 17th century

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • The Holy Face
  • Egg tempera on wood
  • 20.8 by 47.6cm, 8 1/8 by 18 3/4 in.
tempera on panel

Condition

Good condition, with areas of restoration to the surface, especially along the edge. There is an old burn to the lower edge. The panel with age cracks.
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