Icon, Ethiopia, 17th Century, Tigray
Artist: Vieux Croyants
Icon from the Tigray region of Ethiopia.
The "Adoration of Christ" icon is the work of the Old Believers of Ethiopia.
It was created in the second half of the 17th century.
The Mother of God is depicted with wings because, according to belief,
she was sent by God the Father.
This symbolism is closely linked to Ethiopian beliefs.
The depiction of mountains and the stars of the Magi
in the form of three descending triangles reaching toward the sky are characteristic
of early Ethiopian painting.
The wooden panel was hand-carved, and the inner field is recessed.
It was created around 1680–1700.
No visible repainting or restoration.
A collector’s item of Ethiopian iconography.
The "Adoration of Christ" icon is the work of the Old Believers of Ethiopia.
It was created in the second half of the 17th century.
The Mother of God is depicted with wings because, according to belief,
she was sent by God the Father.
This symbolism is closely linked to Ethiopian beliefs.
The depiction of mountains and the stars of the Magi
in the form of three descending triangles reaching toward the sky are characteristic
of early Ethiopian painting.
The wooden panel was hand-carved, and the inner field is recessed.
It was created around 1680–1700.
No visible repainting or restoration.
A collector’s item of Ethiopian iconography.
2 700 €
Period: 17th century
Style: Louis 14th, Regency
Condition: Perfect condition
Width: 24,5 cm
Height: 43,5 cm
Depth: 3,2 cm
Reference (ID): 1787080
Availability: In stock
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