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Rare Icon Of The Apocalypse And The Archangel Michael, Russia Circa 1600
Rare icon of the Archangel Saint Michael slaying Satan during the Apocalypse.
It dates from the beginning of the 17th century, around 1600/1650 and comes from the Volga region in Russia.
The crowned archangel wears his armor and mounts his winged steed. He pierces Satan with his spear, thus announcing the coming of a new world.
In Byzantine style, this splendid icon is finely painted with tempera (paint made from egg yolk) and the background is gilded with leaf.
Good general state of conservation - cracks and wear over time and restoration.
This icon is sold with its certificate of origin and a complete description of the work.
Dimensions: H: 34.5 cm L: 28.5 cm
It dates from the beginning of the 17th century, around 1600/1650 and comes from the Volga region in Russia.
The crowned archangel wears his armor and mounts his winged steed. He pierces Satan with his spear, thus announcing the coming of a new world.
In Byzantine style, this splendid icon is finely painted with tempera (paint made from egg yolk) and the background is gilded with leaf.
Good general state of conservation - cracks and wear over time and restoration.
This icon is sold with its certificate of origin and a complete description of the work.
Dimensions: H: 34.5 cm L: 28.5 cm
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