Ancient Russian icon with riza, Theotokos of Tikhvin, 19th century, 12x10 in
Ancient Russian icon with riza, Theotokos of Tikhvin, 19th century, 12x10 in. The image of the Theotokos of Tikhvin is one of the most ancient and most worshiped images in Russia.
According to the legend, two apparitions took place. The second one was on the left side of the river Tikhvin, where the Church of the Dormition was built and, after that, the Monastery of Tikhvin.
The icon depicts the Mother of God showing her Son with her right hand and holding him with the left, while the Infant Jesus...
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Ancient Russian icon with riza, Theotokos of Tikhvin, 19th century, 12x10 in. The image of the Theotokos of Tikhvin is one of the most ancient and most worshiped images in Russia.
According to the legend, two apparitions took place. The second one was on the left side of the river Tikhvin, where the Church of the Dormition was built and, after that, the Monastery of Tikhvin.
The icon depicts the Mother of God showing her Son with her right hand and holding him with the left, while the Infant Jesus blesses her with his right hand.
Provenance: Northern Russia.
Technique: egg tempera.
Materials: wood, levkas.
Era: 19th century.
Measures: 11.8x9.8x1 inches.
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