ANTIQUE RUSSIAN ICON HOLY FACE OF JESUS CHRIST
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Description
An antique 19th-century Russian Orthodox icon representing the Holy Face of Jesus Christ or Mandylion, known in the Western tradition as the Image of Edessa. Mixed media painting: egg tempera, gesso, and levkas on a wood board. The face of Christ is encompassed with elaborate ornaments imitating a gilt silver riza or oklad. This image refers to the first Christian icon, a square or rectangular cloth upon which a miraculous image of the face of Jesus had been imprinted. Antique Christian Religious Items and Collectibles.
Dimensions: Overall size:6 7/8 X 5 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.
Condition
Overall good vintage condition. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
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ANTIQUE RUSSIAN ICON HOLY FACE OF JESUS CHRIST
Estimate $100 - $150
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