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Large Icon Of The Prophet Elijah, Russia Circa 1800 / Orthodox / Elias / Ilias
Beautiful and luminous russian icon of the prophet Elijah.
It dates from the end of the 18th century or the beginning of the 19th century -- around 1780/1820 -- and comes from the Volga region of Russia.
In the Byzantine style, this icon is finely painted in tempera (paint based on egg yolk and natural pigments). The background has a beautiful gilding bringing light and depth to the composition.
Very good general condition. Small cracks and wear of time.
This collector's item is sold with its certificate of authenticity and a full description.
Dimensions: (H) 40 cm by (W) 26.5 cm
It dates from the end of the 18th century or the beginning of the 19th century -- around 1780/1820 -- and comes from the Volga region of Russia.
In the Byzantine style, this icon is finely painted in tempera (paint based on egg yolk and natural pigments). The background has a beautiful gilding bringing light and depth to the composition.
Very good general condition. Small cracks and wear of time.
This collector's item is sold with its certificate of authenticity and a full description.
Dimensions: (H) 40 cm by (W) 26.5 cm
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