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Lot 2332
A Russian Orthodox Feastday Icon
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Late 18th century, tempera and gilt on panel, the center depicting The Resurrection with Twelve Apostles, surrounded by twelve holy feasts, including: The Nativity of the Theotokos, The Exaltation of the Cross, The Presentation of the Theotokos, The Nativity of Christ, The Baptism of Christ, The Presentation of Jesus at the Temple, The Annunciation, The Entry into Jerusalem, The Ascension of Christ, Pentecost, The Transfiguration of Jesus, and The Dormition of the Theotokos, all within an ornate floral frieze border.

12 x 14 in.

Private Collection, Raleigh, North Carolina

Slight bow to panel; scattered scratches and surface rubbing, with areas of image and gilt losses throughout; area of loss at center near Christ's right hand, and near lower left margin.