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161-III: Art & Icons from the Orthodox World. Part 3

161-III: Art & Icons from the Orthodox World. Part 3

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A MONUMENTAL ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRIN

1573 - A MONUMENTAL ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY FROM A CHURCH ICONOSTASIS. Russian, 17th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The halos are gilded. A vertical crack has been restored; retouching is present. 70.6 x 54.5 cm.

Estimation

€1,200 - 2,400

AN ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Russia

1574 - AN ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Russian, 17th century Tempera on wood panel with a double kovcheg. The halos and background are gilded. The paint is blistered and has been restored; the border has been stripped down to the levkas. 32 x 27 cm.

Estimation

€300 - 600

AN ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Russia

1575 - AN ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Russian, 19th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The silvered halos are covered with a golden lacquer. Four selected saints are depicted on the borders, including the Guardian Angel and Saint Capitolina. Partially restored. 31.1 x 26.8 cm.

Estimation

€1,700 - 3,400

AN ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Russia

1576 - AN ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Russian, 19th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The silvered halos are covered with a golden lacquer. Minor losses along the lower border. 31.4 x 27.1 cm.

Estimation

€1,400 - 2,800

ICON FRAGMENT DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY

1577 - ICON FRAGMENT DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Russia, 19th century. Tempera on wood panel. Paint blistering, restored. 18.2 x 14.2 cm.

Estimation

€120 - 240

A VERY FINE ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINI

1578 - A VERY FINE ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY WITH SCENES FROM THE STORY OF ABRAHAM. Russian, Palekh, circa 1800. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The halos and background are gilded. Painted with great finesse and meticulous detail, featuring richly ornamented architecture and a rocky landscape. Minimally restored. 35.8 x 30 cm.

Estimation

€1,200 - 2,400

AN ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Russia

1579 - AN ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Russian, mid-19th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The halos and border are gilded. The border shows minimal wear. 35.2 x 30.4 cm.

Estimation

€1,800 - 3,600

A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY R

1580 - A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Russian, second half of the 19th century. Tempera on a wood panel mounted on canvas. The halos and folds of the garments are gilded. Losses to the border; the gilding is worn; minimally restored. 35 x 43.3 cm.

Estimation

€300 - 600

FIVE ICON FRAGMENTS DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TR

1581 - FIVE ICON FRAGMENTS DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY, IMAGES OF THE MOTHER OF GOD, AND SAINTS. Russia, 19th century. Tempera on wood panels. Partially gilded. Minor losses; minimally restored. 11–14.7 cm high.

Estimation

€120 - 240

AN ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Russia

1582 - AN ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Russian, late 19th century. Tempera on wood panel. The silvered background is covered with a golden lacquer and engraved with ornamental designs. The edges are slightly chipped; minor retouching. 35 x 30.5 cm.

Estimation

€150 - 300

AN ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Russia

1583 - AN ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Russian, 19th century. Tempera on wood panel. Minor areas of retouching. 34.2 x 21 cm.

Estimation

€160 - 320

A FINE ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Ru

1584 - A FINE ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY Russian, Mesteria, 19th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The silvered background is covered with a golden lacquer. Minor retouching. 30.9 x 26.2 cm.

Estimation

€400 - 800

A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE NEW TESTAMENT TRINITY W

1585 - A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE NEW TESTAMENT TRINITY Western Russia, circa 1800 Tempera on wood panel. The silvered halos are covered with a golden lacquer. Minor losses to the border. 59.2 x 49.3 cm.

Estimation

€1,300 - 2,600

A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE NEW TESTAMENT TRINITY R

1586 - A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE NEW TESTAMENT TRINITY Russian, 19th century. Tempera on wood panel. Partially gilded. Four selected saints on the borders. Paint blistering, partially restored. 43.7 x 39 cm.

Estimation

€260 - 520

A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY,

1587 - A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY, SAINT GEORGE SLAINING THE DRAGON, AND THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHISTRATEGOS. Second half of the 20th century. Oil on canvas over levkas on a wood panel with a kovcheg. Partially gilded. 55 x 38 cm.

Estimation

€200 - 400

A SMALL ICON DEPICTING THE NEW TESTAMENT TRINITY R

1588 - A SMALL ICON DEPICTING THE NEW TESTAMENT TRINITY Russian, 19th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Worn, partially restored. 17.7 x 14 cm.

Estimation

€150 - 300

A FINE ICON DEPICTING THE NEW TESTAMENT TRINITY WI

1589 - A FINE ICON DEPICTING THE NEW TESTAMENT TRINITY WITH A SILVER-GILT BASMA. Russian, 18th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The halos are gilded; chrysography. The silver-gilt basma features repoussé work with scrollwork foliage. Worn, with some losses. 33.8 x 27.4 cm.

Estimation

€2,400 - 4,800

AN ICON DEPICTING THE NEW TESTAMENT TRINITY Russia

1590 - AN ICON DEPICTING THE NEW TESTAMENT TRINITY Russian, mid-19th century Oil on a wood panel mounted on canvas. Gold ground. Partially restored. 35.4 x 30.8 cm.

Estimation

€300 - 600

A LARGE AND RARE ICON DEPICTING GOD THE FATHER. Ru

1591 - A LARGE AND RARE ICON DEPICTING GOD THE FATHER. Russian, 19th century. Tempera on wood panel. The gilded background is ornately incised. Some losses. 51.8 x 44.4 cm.

Estimation

€400 - 800

A SINGULAR AND LARGE ICON IN THE STYLE OF MASACCIO

1592 - A SINGULAR AND LARGE ICON IN THE STYLE OF MASACCIO'S "TRINITY" FRESCO Russian, 19th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The halos are made of gold. Horizontal cracks, minor losses, minimally restored. 31 x 39.6 cm.

Estimation

€400 - 800

THE HOLY TRINITY WITH THE FOUR EVANGELISTS Recent

1593 - THE HOLY TRINITY WITH THE FOUR EVANGELISTS Recent oil on canvas mounted on a wood panel. 27.2 x 21.4 cm.

Estimation

€200 - 400

A FINE ICON DEPICTING SOPHIA—THE WISDOM OF GOD. Ru

1594 - A FINE ICON DEPICTING SOPHIA—THE WISDOM OF GOD. Russian, Old Believers’ workshop, 19th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The halos and wings are gilded. The Guardian Angel appears on the left border. The border has been minimally restored. 35.7 x 31.7 cm.

Estimation

€2,000 - 4,000

A MINIATURE ICON DEPICTING THE 'ALL-SEEING EYE OF

1595 - A MINIATURE ICON DEPICTING THE 'ALL-SEEING EYE OF GOD' Russian, 19th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Gold ground. Two selected saints on the borders. Slightly worn. 13.4 x 11.5 cm.

Estimation

€200 - 400

A SMALL AND FINE ICON DEPICTING 'THE ALL-SEEING EY

1596 - A SMALL AND FINE ICON DEPICTING 'THE ALL-SEEING EYE OF GOD' Russian, mid-19th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Partially gilded. Two selected saints on the borders, including the Guardian Angel. Minimally restored. 21.8 x 19.8 cm.

Estimation

€1,000 - 2,000

ICON DEPICTING SOPHIA—THE WISDOM OF GOD Russian, 1

1597 - ICON DEPICTING SOPHIA—THE WISDOM OF GOD Russian, 19th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Partially gilded. The background and border have been stripped down to the levkas. Restored. 28.8 x 22.8 cm.

Estimation

€300 - 600

TWO ICONS: THE MOTHER OF GOD "JOY TO ALL WHO SUFFE

1598 - TWO ICONS: THE MOTHER OF GOD "JOY TO ALL WHO SUFFER" AND "THE ALL-SEEING EYE OF GOD" Russian, second half of the 19th century Tempera on wood panels, with silvered backgrounds covered in gold lacquer and ornamental engravings. Losses. 26.5 x 21.6 cm / 31.8 x 26.9 cm.

Estimation

€200 - 400

A RARE AND LARGE ICON OF THE PATERNITAS (FATHERHOO

1599 - A RARE AND LARGE ICON OF THE PATERNITAS (FATHERHOOD). Russian, late 17th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The halos and folds of the garments are made of gold. Finely and meticulously painted, depicting a rare iconographic subject. Partially restored. 37 x 26.5 cm. Accompanied by an expert report from the Icon Museum at Schloss Autenried near Günzburg/Donau, Germany.

Estimation

€1,000 - 2,000

AN EXTREMELY RARE AND LARGE ICON, "THE WORD BECAME

1600 - AN EXTREMELY RARE AND LARGE ICON, "THE WORD BECAME FLESH" Russian, mid- to second half of the 18th century; tempera on wood panel. The ornately decorated border is gilded and features chrysography. This extremely rare iconographic depiction of “The Word Became Flesh” refers to the Gospel of John (John 1:14). At the center, the youthful Christ appears wearing only a loincloth within a radiant mandorla. He is flanked by adoring angels, with cherubim and seraphim at his feet. At the upper borde

Estimation

€1,800 - 3,600

A VERY RARE ICON DEPICTING CHRIST, "THE ONLY-BEGOT

1601 - A VERY RARE ICON DEPICTING CHRIST, "THE ONLY-BEGOTTEN SON, THE WORD OF GOD" Russian, Syzran, late 19th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The halos and folds of the garments are gilded. Minimally restored. 41.4 x 39.2 cm.

Estimation

€7,500 - 15,000

A RARE ICON DEPICTING CHRIST "THE BLESSED SILENCE"

1602 - A RARE ICON DEPICTING CHRIST "THE BLESSED SILENCE" Russian, Vyg, circa 1800. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Gold ground; the garments feature gold ornamentation. The reverse bears a Cyrillic inscription. Paint blistering; losses to the paint layer. 31.2 x 27 cm.

Estimation

€600 - 1,200

A LARGE AND RARE ICON DEPICTING CHRIST "THE BLESSE

1603 - A LARGE AND RARE ICON DEPICTING CHRIST "THE BLESSED SILENCE" Russian, Old Believers' workshop, 19th century. Tempera on wood panel with a shallow kovcheg. The silvered areas are covered with a golden lacquer. The reverse shows signs of woodworm infestation and minor areas of retouching. 53 x 44.2 cm.

Estimation

€1,500 - 3,000

A VERY RARE ICON DEPICTING THE TWELVE CHOIRS OF AN

1604 - A VERY RARE ICON DEPICTING THE TWELVE CHOIRS OF ANGELS. Russian, 19th century. Tempera on wood panel. Gold ground. At the upper border, the New Testament Trinity is enthroned, surrounded by the Mother of God, Saint John the Forerunner, and the Archangels. In the three registers below, groups of saints are arranged around depictions of angels. Minor retouching. 31 x 26.3 cm.

Estimation

€1,600 - 3,200

A FINE ICON DEPICTING THE SYNAXIS OF THE ARCHANGEL

1605 - A FINE ICON DEPICTING THE SYNAXIS OF THE ARCHANGELS. Russian, Palekh, early 19th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The halos and background are gilded. Two selected saints on the borders: Saints Catherine and Martha. The border has been partially restored. 35 x 30 cm.

Estimation

€1,200 - 2,400

A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE SYNAXIS OF THE ARCHANGE

1606 - A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE SYNAXIS OF THE ARCHANGELS Russian, 19th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The halos and background are gilded. The edges are damaged and have been partially restored. 53.2 x 44 cm.

Estimation

€800 - 1,600

AN ICON DEPICTING THE SYNAXIS OF THE ARCHANGELS Ru

1607 - AN ICON DEPICTING THE SYNAXIS OF THE ARCHANGELS Russian, circa 1800 Tempera on wood panel. The halos and wings are gilded. The borders are partially trimmed and have undergone minimal restoration. 31.1 x 24.7 cm.

Estimation

€1,100 - 2,200

ICON DEPICTING THE SYNAXIS OF THE ARCHANGEL MICHAE

1608 - ICON DEPICTING THE SYNAXIS OF THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL Russian, mid-19th century. Tempera on wood panel. The silvered background is covered with a golden lacquer. The border has been partially restored. 35.1 x 30.3 cm.

Estimation

€300 - 600

ICON DEPICTING THE SYNAXIS OF THE ARCHANGELS Russi

1609 - ICON DEPICTING THE SYNAXIS OF THE ARCHANGELS Russian, first half of the 19th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The silvered wings are covered with a golden lacquer. Two selected saints on the borders: the Guardian Angel and St. Alexius, the Man of God. Vertical cracks restored; losses along the edges. 35.4 x 30.7 cm.

Estimation

€200 - 400

A RARE ICON DEPICTING THE SYNAXIS OF THE ARCHANGEL

1610 - A RARE ICON DEPICTING THE SYNAXIS OF THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL. Russian, mid-19th century. Oil on wood panel. Vertical crack, minor losses. 31.9 x 26.4 cm.

Estimation

€150 - 300

A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL Russi

1611 - A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL Russian, 19th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The halo is gilded, and the folds of the garment are highlighted with gold. The edges are partially damaged and have undergone minimal restoration. 48 x 30.8 cm.

Estimation

€800 - 1,600

A PAIR OF ICONS: THE ARCHANGELS MICHAEL AND GABRIE

1612 - A PAIR OF ICONS: THE ARCHANGELS MICHAEL AND GABRIEL FROM A DEISIS GROUP Russian, 19th century. Tempera on wood panels. Partially silvered and covered with a golden lacquer. The borders are minimally damaged and have been restored. Each measures 31.8 x 20.2 cm.

Estimation

€800 - 1,600

A MONUMENTAL ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL.

1613 - A MONUMENTAL ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL. Russian, 18th century. Tempera on wood panel. The armor, wings, and halo are gilded. The background and border have been stripped down to the levkas; the border has been restored. 64.7 x 48 cm.

Estimation

€800 - 1,600

A MONUMENTAL ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL

1614 - A MONUMENTAL ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL FROM A DEISIS, 20th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Gold ground; the halo is punched. Some losses. 113.3 x 80.2 cm.

Estimation

€7,000 - 14,000

A LARGE DOUBLE-SIDED ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL

1615 - A LARGE DOUBLE-SIDED ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL AND A SAINT Romanian, 18th century Tempera on wood panel, painted on both sides. Minor losses, worn. 42.7 x 16.5 cm.

Estimation

€400 - 800

A fine icon depicting the Synaxis of the Archangel

1616 - A fine icon depicting the Synaxis of the Archangels with a basma. Russian, 18th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg, over canvas; the reverse is covered with fabric. The basma is made of repoussé brass. The background has been stripped down to the levkas. 30.7 x 25.8 cm.

Estimation

€1,500 - 3,000

ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL GABRIEL Russian, 18th

1617 - ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL GABRIEL Russian, 18th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The background has been stripped down to the levkas. Restorations. 25.4 x 21.7 cm.

Estimation

€800 - 1,600

A VERY FINE DATED ICON DEPICTING THE SYNAXIS OF TH

1618 - A VERY FINE DATED ICON DEPICTING THE SYNAXIS OF THE ARCHANGELS Greek, dated 1834 Tempera on wood panel. Gold ground engraved with radiating decoration. Dated '1834' in the center of the lower border. Worn. 43 x 30 cm.

Estimation

€1,200 - 2,400

AN ICON OF THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL Russian, probably

1618-A - AN ICON OF THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL Russian, probably circa 1900 Tempera on wood panel. The armor, wings, and border are gilded; the border is ornamentally enameled. Restored. 30.8 x 26 cm.

Estimation

€15,000 - 30,000

A FINE ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL Russia

1619 - A FINE ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL Russian, circa 1875 Tempera on cypress wood panel. Gold ground, ornately punched; the border is decorated to emulate contemporary cloisonné enamel oklads. Minor losses to the paint layer. 30.9 x 26.1 cm.

Estimation

€600 - 1,200

A VERY RARE ICON DEPICTING A SERAPH Russian, circa

1620 - A VERY RARE ICON DEPICTING A SERAPH Russian, circa 1900 Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The gold ground and border are ornamentally engraved and punched. Applied metal halo. The gilding is worn, and the border has been partially restored. 30.3 x 26.3 cm.

Estimation

€800 - 1,600

AN ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHISTRAT

1621 - AN ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHISTRATEGOS AS ONE OF THE APOCALYPTIC HORSEMEN. Russian, mid-19th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The silvered halos are covered with a golden lacquer. Two selected saints on the borders: Saint John the Forerunner and Saint Mary of Egypt. Partially restored. 35 x 31.1 cm.

Estimation

€1,700 - 3,400

A FINE ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHIS

1622 - A FINE ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHISTRATEGOS AS THE APOCALYPTIC HORSEMAN. Russian, 19th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg over canvas. Gold ground. The edges show minimal damage. 31.2 x 26.8 cm.

Estimation

€1,800 - 3,600

A SMALL ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHI

1623 - A SMALL ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHISTRATEGOS AS THE APOCALYPTIC HORSEMAN. Russian, late 19th century. Tempera on wood panel. The gold ground and border are ornately punched. The gilding is worn and has been minimally restored. 22.2 x 17.9 cm.

Estimation

€200 - 400

A VERY FINE ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL A

1624 - A VERY FINE ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHISTRATEGOS AS THE APOCALYPTIC HORSEMAN. Russian, circa 1800. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Gold ground. Six selected saints on the borders, including Saints Irene and Agatha. The reverse side shows old woodworm damage, partially restored. 35.3 x 31 cm.

Estimation

€4,000 - 8,000

A SMALL ICON OF THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHISTRATEG

1625 - A SMALL ICON OF THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHISTRATEGOS AS THE APOCALYPTIC HORSEMAN Russian, 19th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Partially silvered and covered with a golden lacquer. Set into a later panel (vrezka), minimally restored. 17.9 x 15 cm.

Estimation

€150 - 300

TWO ICONS: THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHISTRATEGOS AN

1626 - TWO ICONS: THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHISTRATEGOS AND THE HEAD OF SAINT JOHN THE FORERUNNER Russian, 18th/19th century Tempera on wood panels. Damaged; vertical crack; paint blistering. 37.5 x 30.2 cm / 35.4 x 29.4 cm.

Estimation

€200 - 400

A SMALL ICON OF THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHISTRATEG

1627 - A SMALL ICON OF THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHISTRATEGOS AS THE APOCALYPTIC HORSEMAN Russian, 19th century Tempera on wood panel. The silvered background is covered with a golden lacquer. Two saints are depicted on the borders, including the Guardian Angel. Partially restored. 21.8 x 17.6 cm.

Estimation

€150 - 300

ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHISTRATEGO

1628 - ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL ARCHISTRATEGOS AS THE APOCALYPTIC HORSEMAN Second half of the 20th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. 29.5 x 26.3 cm.

Estimation

€300 - 600

A RARE ICON DEPICTING THE THREE FOREFATHERS IN PAR

1629 - A RARE ICON DEPICTING THE THREE FOREFATHERS IN PARADISE. Russian, 19th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The halos and background are gilded. Four selected saints are depicted on the borders, including the Guardian Angel and Saint Boniface. Minor retouching to the border. 35.8 x 31.2 cm.

Estimation

€800 - 1,600

A VERY RARE, LARGE, AND FINE ICON DEPICTING THE MI

1630 - A VERY RARE, LARGE, AND FINE ICON DEPICTING THE MIRACLE OF THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL AT CHONAE. Russian, 18th century. Tempera on wood panel, richly gilded. Applied gilt-silver elements with repoussé and engraved decoration. The cloud-shaped appliqué bears an assay mark and the standard “84.” Partially restored. 38.6 x 31.7 cm.

Estimation

€1,200 - 2,400

A LARGE AND RARE ICON DEPICTING THE PROCESSION OF

1631 - A LARGE AND RARE ICON DEPICTING THE PROCESSION OF THE VENERABLE WOOD OF THE LIFE-GIVING CROSS OF THE LORD FROM A CHURCH ICONOSTASIS. Russian, 17th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Partially silvered. Losses along the lower border; a vertical crack has been restored; the paint on the halos has been removed. 58.7 x 51.3 cm.

Estimation

€1,800 - 3,600

A RARE ICON DEPICTING THE GUARDIAN ANGEL WATCHING

1632 - A RARE ICON DEPICTING THE GUARDIAN ANGEL WATCHING OVER A SLEEPING MAN AND DRIVING AWAY THE DEVIL Russia, Old Believers' workshop, 19th century. Russian, Old Believers’ workshop, 19th century Single panel with two sponki on the reverse. Kovcheg, egg tempera on a chalk ground; halos in tempera on wood panel. The halos are gilded. Minor retouching. 31.1 x 26.4 cm.

Estimation

€5,000 - 10,000

A VERY FINE PAIR OF ICONS DEPICTING THE ARCHANGELS

1633 - A VERY FINE PAIR OF ICONS DEPICTING THE ARCHANGELS MICHAEL AND GABRIEL. Russia, 16th century. Wooden panel with two sponki on the reverse (partially lost). Kovcheg, egg tempera on a chalk ground, gold ground, chrysography on the wings. Each 27.5 x 16.8 cm. On the reverse, a handwritten dedication in Cyrillic dated “1878.” Set into later panels (vrezka), restored; paint on the edges has been removed.

Estimation

€800 - 1,600

AN ICON 'BEAR ONE ANOTHER'S BURDENS' IN A KIOT Rec

1634 - AN ICON 'BEAR ONE ANOTHER'S BURDENS' IN A KIOT Recent tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Partially gilded. 37.7 x 34 cm (including glazed kiot).

Estimation

€240 - 480

AN ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL IN A KIOT

1635 - AN ICON DEPICTING THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL IN A KIOT Recent tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Partially gilded. 37 x 34 cm (including glazed kiot).

Estimation

€200 - 400

A RARE ICON DEPICTING THE GUARDIAN ANGEL OF THE SL

1636 - A RARE ICON DEPICTING THE GUARDIAN ANGEL OF THE SLEEPING SOUL. Second half of the 20th century. Tempera on wood panel, against a golden background. Slightly worn. 35 x 29.2 cm.

Estimation

€260 - 520

AN ICON PENDANT DEPICTING THE GUARDIAN ANGEL WITH

1637 - AN ICON PENDANT DEPICTING THE GUARDIAN ANGEL WITH A CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL BASMA Second half of the 20th century. Oil on metal. Silver setting with cloisonné enamel decoration. Bearing spurious Russian hallmarks. 11.9 cm long.

Estimation

€500 - 1,000

A VERY RARE AND FINE TRIPTYCH DEPICTING ALL SAINTS

1638 - A VERY RARE AND FINE TRIPTYCH DEPICTING ALL SAINTS AND SELECTED SAINTS; Greece, 18th century; tempera on wood panels; gold ground; minor retouching; 34 x 45 cm (open).

Estimation

€1,200 - 2,400

A VERY RARE AND FINE ICON DEPICTING ALL SAINTS Gre

1639 - A VERY RARE AND FINE ICON DEPICTING ALL SAINTS Greek, 18th century. Tempera on a heavy wood panel. Gold ground. Finely and meticulously painted in a contrasting red and green color scheme. Minor retouching to the border. 29.3 x 21.7 cm.

Estimation

€2,000 - 4,000

A VERY LARGE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR

1640 - A VERY LARGE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR AND 52 PORTRAITS OF THE MOTHER OF GOD. Second half of the 20th century. Tempera on wood panel. Painted in bright colors on a gold ground. The edges are partially chipped. 53.2 x 43.6 cm.

Estimation

€1,800 - 3,600

A VERY FINE ICON DEPICTING THE DESCENT INTO HELL A

1641 - A VERY FINE ICON DEPICTING THE DESCENT INTO HELL AND THE SAINTS OF THE ENTIRE YEAR (MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE WHOLE YEAR) Russian, circa 1800 Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The silvered background is covered with a golden lacquer. The full-length figures of the saints are rendered in exceptionally fine miniature painting, arranged in three registers, one for each month. Minimally restored. 35.3 x 30.1 cm.

Estimation

€2,200 - 4,400

A LARGE AND FINE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE ENTIRE Y

1642 - A LARGE AND FINE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR DEPICTING THE DESCENT INTO HELL AND THE RESURRECTION OF CHRIST, AS WELL AS 92 IMAGES OF THE MOTHER OF GOD. Russian, 19th century. Tempera on wood panel. Gold ground. The edges are minimally damaged, minimally restored, with minor paint blistering. 44.2 x 37.2 cm.

Estimation

€2,600 - 5,200

A MONUMENTAL MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR

1642-A - A MONUMENTAL MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR WITH 51 IMAGES OF THE MOTHER OF GOD Russian, 19th century. Tempera on wood panel. Restorations to the borders. 70.8 x 56.8 cm.

Estimation

€1,800 - 3,600

A LARGE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE YEAR, FINELY PAIN

1643 - A LARGE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE YEAR, FINELY PAINTED IN MINIATURE. Russian, circa 1900. Tempera on cypress wood panel. The gold ground and border are decorated with engraved stylized patterns emulating the metal oklads of contemporary icons. The edges show minimal damage. 44.4 x 37.6 cm.

Estimation

€1,200 - 2,400

A LARGE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR, CENT

1644 - A LARGE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR, CENTERED ON THE DESCENT INTO HELL AND THE RESURRECTION OF CHRIST, SURROUNDED BY THE PASSION CYCLE AND THE TWELVE MONTHS OF THE YEAR. Russian, second half of the 19th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Gold ground; the border is ornately engraved. 53.5 x 44.2 cm.

Estimation

€2,000 - 4,000

A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE DESCENT INTO HELL AND T

1645 - A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE DESCENT INTO HELL AND THE RESURRECTION OF CHRIST, THE PASSION CYCLE, AND THE MONTHS OF THE LITURGICAL YEAR. Russian, second half of the 19th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Gold ground, with ornamental engraving along the borders. Minor restorations. 44.4 x 37.9 cm.

Estimation

€1,200 - 2,400

A MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL Russian,

1646 - A MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL Russian, second half of the 19th century Tempera on wood panel. Gold ground, with an ornately engraved border. Vertical cracking. 35.3 x 30.5 cm.

Estimation

€300 - 600

A LARGE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBE

1647 - A LARGE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER Russian, late 19th century Tempera on wood panel. The silvered background is covered with a golden lacquer. Minor losses. 43.8 x 37.2 cm.

Estimation

€200 - 400

A MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER Russia

1648 - A MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER Russian, second half of the 19th century. Tempera on wood panel. Gold ground. The border is ornately punched. Restorations. 35 x 30.8 cm.

Estimation

€200 - 400

A CALENDAR ICON FOR THE MONTH OF MAY Russian, late

1649 - A CALENDAR ICON FOR THE MONTH OF MAY Russian, late 19th century Tempera on wood panel, with an ornamentally engraved border. Losses along the border; partially restored. 34.8 x 30.3 cm.

Estimation

€120 - 240

A MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH Second h

1650 - A MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH Second half of the 20th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Gold ground with ornamental engraving. 31 x 26.2 cm.

Estimation

€120 - 240

A LARGE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH Ru

1651 - A LARGE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH Russian, 19th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Gold ground. Extensive paint blistering, a vertical crack restored, losses to the paint layer. 53.5 x 46.2 cm.

Estimation

€500 - 1,000

A LARGE AND FINE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF

1652 - A LARGE AND FINE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH Russian, circa 1800 Tempera on wood panel. Gold ground. The Annunciation is depicted in the larger central panel, surrounded by the saints of the month of March. Vertical crack; border partially restored. 53.5 x 44.6 cm.

Estimation

€1,500 - 3,000

A LARGE AND FINE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF

1653 - A LARGE AND FINE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE Central Russia, 19th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The halos are gilded; chrysography. The edges are slightly chipped. 44.2 x 35 cm.

Estimation

€700 - 1,400

A CALENDAR ICON FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY Russian,

1654 - A CALENDAR ICON FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY Russian, after 1903 Tempera on canvas over wood panel. Gold ground. Paint blistering, losses. 30.8 x 26 cm.

Estimation

€150 - 300

A LARGE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER

1655 - A LARGE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER Russian, 19th/20th century Oil on wood panel, partially gilded. Extensive modern overpainting. 51.5 x 41.5 cm / 65.5 x 54 cm (with glazed frame).

Estimation

€300 - 600

THREE ICONS: A LARGE EXTENDED FEAST DAY ICON, A ME

1656 - THREE ICONS: A LARGE EXTENDED FEAST DAY ICON, A MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL, AND A QUADRIPARTITE ICON. Russian, 19th century. Tempera on wood panels. Partially silvered and covered with a golden lacquer, featuring ornamental engraving. Losses, restored. 30.3–53.5 cm high.

Estimation

€390 - 780

A VERY FINE AND LARGE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MON

1657 - A VERY FINE AND LARGE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER; Central Russia, 18th century; tempera on wood panel; gold ground. The composition is divided into five horizontal registers, depicting full-length figures of the saints of December arranged in groups, as well as major feasts, including the Nativity of Christ, the Adoration of the Magi, and the Massacre of the Innocents. It is very finely painted, with particular attention paid to the individualized modeling of the faces. The garme

Estimation

€3,300 - 6,600

A FINE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH Rus

1658 - A FINE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH Russian, 16th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The saints and commemorations for the month of March are depicted in strictly frontal poses arranged in four registers. Attractive contrasting red and green color scheme. Partially restored. 32.3 x 27.5 cm.

Estimation

€1,200 - 2,400

A VERY FINE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF MAY

1659 - A VERY FINE MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR THE MONTH OF MAY Russian, circa 1600 Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Gold ground. The border has been stripped down to the levkas; the edges are partially chipped and partially restored. 32.5 x 27.5 cm.

Estimation

€1,500 - 3,000

A MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR JUNE Russian, 17th century

1660 - A MENOLOGICAL ICON FOR JUNE Russian, 17th century Tempera on wood panel with a double kovcheg. The four registers, beginning in the upper left corner, depict the saints and events commemorated in the Orthodox calendar during June, including Sts. Peter of Athos and Onuphrius the Great, both hermits. The Nativity of St. John the Baptist is depicted against an architectural backdrop. The vestments are decorated with various geometric patterns. The background and border have been stripped down to ge

Estimation

€500 - 1,000

A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE DAYS OF THE WEEK (SEDMI

1661 - A LARGE ICON DEPICTING THE DAYS OF THE WEEK (SEDMITSA) Russian, 19th century. Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The folds of the garments are gilded. A vertical crack has been restored. 44.4 x 37.4 cm.

Estimation

€2,800 - 5,600

A LARGE ICON DEPICTING A CHURCH ICONOSTASIS Russia

1662 - A LARGE ICON DEPICTING A CHURCH ICONOSTASIS Russian, 18th/19th century Tempera on wood panel. The border imitates contemporary enamelwork. The background has been stripped down to gesso; restorations present. 58 x 45.3 cm.

Estimation

€1,700 - 3,400

A VERY FINE ICON DEPICTING A CHURCH ICONOSTASIS Ru

1663 - A VERY FINE ICON DEPICTING A CHURCH ICONOSTASIS Russian, Palekh, circa 1800 Tempera on wood panel. Partially gilded. The elegantly elongated figures are rendered in fine miniature painting with rich chrysography. The border has been stripped down to the levkas. 35.3 x 29.8 cm.

Estimation

€4,000 - 8,000

A FINE TRAVELING ICONOSTASIS (FOLDING ICONOSTASIS)

1664 - A FINE TRAVELING ICONOSTASIS (FOLDING ICONOSTASIS) Russian, 19th century Fifteen wooden panels with a double kovcheg, tempera on gesso. The halos and folds of the garments are gilded. Vertical crack, minor losses to the paint layer, minor retouching. 52 x 139 cm (open).

Estimation

€1,500 - 3,000

A LARGE TRAVELING ICONOSTASIS (FOLDING ICONOSTASIS

1665 - A LARGE TRAVELING ICONOSTASIS (FOLDING ICONOSTASIS) Russian, 19th century. Fifteen wooden panels with kovcheg, tempera on gesso. The silvered halos are covered with a golden lacquer. The borders have been partially restored. 52 x 132 cm.

Estimation

€2,000 - 4,000

THREE PANELS OF A MONUMENTAL TRAVELING ICONOSTASIS

1666 - THREE PANELS OF A MONUMENTAL TRAVELING ICONOSTASIS DEPICTING THE NATIVITY OF THE MOTHER OF GOD, THE PRESENTATION OF THE MOTHER OF GOD IN THE TEMPLE, AND THE OLD TESTAMENT TRINITY WITH SAINTS Russia, 19th century. Russian, 19th century. Wood panels. Kovcheg, egg tempera on a chalk ground, gold ground. 71.3 x 53 cm (open). Tempera on wood panels with kovcheg. Gold ground. Minor losses to the paint layer, minor retouching. 71.3 x 53 cm (open).

Estimation

€150 - 300

THREE PANELS OF A TRAVELING ICONOSTASIS DEPICTING

1667 - THREE PANELS OF A TRAVELING ICONOSTASIS DEPICTING MAJOR FEASTS AND SAINTS Russian, 19th century Tempera on wood panels with a double kovcheg. The silvered halos are covered with a golden lacquer. The edges are minimally chipped; minor retouching. 51.3 x 25 cm.

Estimation

€300 - 600

A TRAVELING ICONOSTASIS Russian, 18th century Seve

1668 - A TRAVELING ICONOSTASIS Russian, 18th century Seven wooden panels with kovcheg, tempera on gesso. Restored; vertical cracks repaired. 54 x 93 cm.

Estimation

€1,200 - 2,400

A LARGE ICON DEPICTING A COMPLETE ICONOSTASIS. Rus

1669 - A LARGE ICON DEPICTING A COMPLETE ICONOSTASIS. Russian, 19th century. Tempera on wood panel. The halos are made of silver. Minor vertical cracks; partially restored. 53.2 x 44.1 cm.

Estimation

€400 - 800

A MONUMENTAL ICON DEPICTING THE PROPHET EZEKIEL FR

1670 - A MONUMENTAL ICON DEPICTING THE PROPHET EZEKIEL FROM A CHURCH ICONOSTASIS Russian, late 19th century Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. The halo is gilded. 97.5 x 35.5 cm.

Estimation

€1,800 - 3,600

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