Icon - Old Testament Trinity - Wood - Hand-painted - 25 x 32 cm

Detailed antique Russian Orthodox icon on a wooden panel, v Depiction of the Old Testament Trinity (The Hospitality of Abraham). Based on the famous 15th-century masterwork by Andrei Rublev. The three archangels seated at the Eucharistic table by the Oak of Mamre. The background shows Abraham's house and the mountain. Dating: early 20th century .Origin: Russia. Inscription: At the bottom provided with the original Cyrillic title: Святая Троица (Svyataya Troitsa / Holy Trinity). Technique: Tempera and oil on a wooden panel, enriched with a beautifully engraved and richly gilded decorative border and halos. Dimensions: The icon is in a beautiful, authentic condition with age craquelé. The colors are warm and the gold layer has a wonderful authentic sheen. No major restorations visible. The panel has the characteristic slight warp typical of an authentic antique wooden icon.

Estimate:£211.52

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