Icon - Wood - Mother of God of Kazan

A fine Eastern Orthodox icon depicting the Mother of God of Kazan (Kazanskaja) with the Infant Jesus. The Kazan icon is one of the most revered Marian depictions in Orthodox iconography. Painted on a solid wooden panel in an academic-realistic style typical of the late 19th to early 20th century. The Virgin Mary is draped in a rich red maphorion adorned with gold trim and traditional stars. Christ stands upright beside her, extending His right hand in a blessing gesture. Subject: Mother of God of Kazan (Kazanskaja) Origin: Eastern Europe / Russia / Balkans Period: Late 19th / Early 20th century (c. 1890–1920) Medium: Oil / tempera on solid wooden panel Condition: Good, authentic condition with attractive age patina. Minor edge wear and fine craquelure consistent with age and devotional use. Will be carefully packed and send.

Estimate:£184.69

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