Ancient Russian icon of St. Michael the Archangel, 19th century, 21x18 in
Ancient Russian icon of St. Michael the Archangel, 19th century, 21x18 in. This icon is dedicated to Michael the Archangel, considered as the protector of the heavenly hosts in the faith against the forces of evil, Guardian Angel of Israel and the most noble prince fighting for the People of God and defending his cause.
Saint Michael is depicted in his faith against Satan, a sword in his right hand, on a hilly landscape.
According to the Old Testament, Satan was the most glorious angel of God, but...
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Ancient Russian icon of St. Michael the Archangel, 19th century, 21x18 in. This icon is dedicated to Michael the Archangel, considered as the protector of the heavenly hosts in the faith against the forces of evil, Guardian Angel of Israel and the most noble prince fighting for the People of God and defending his cause.
Saint Michael is depicted in his faith against Satan, a sword in his right hand, on a hilly landscape.
According to the Old Testament, Satan was the most glorious angel of God, but in his quest of becoming like God, he fell and became Satan, while his followers, the fallen angels, became demons. Saint Michael was the archangel that fought and defeated Satan, stripping him of his rope of light.
Provenance: Southern Russia.
Technique: egg tempera.
Materials: wood, levkas.
Era: 19th century.
Measures: 20.9x18.1x1.2 inches.
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