Antique Russian icon, Our Lady Odighitra XVIII century
Antique Russian icon, Our Lady Odighitra XVIII century 31.5 x 26.5cm.
The figures of Christ and the Virgin are detached, the Saint Mother of God is represented with her right hand indicating Baby Jesus (who is sitting on her left hand) as if she was indicating to the people that the real path to follow is the path towards God.
This icon is like a guide towards God and towards eternal Security. It is one of the oldest images of the Mother of God.
Origin: Moscow, Russia
Material: Wood, Levkas
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Antique Russian icon, Our Lady Odighitra XVIII century 31.5 x 26.5cm.
The figures of Christ and the Virgin are detached, the Saint Mother of God is represented with her right hand indicating Baby Jesus (who is sitting on her left hand) as if she was indicating to the people that the real path to follow is the path towards God.
This icon is like a guide towards God and towards eternal Security. It is one of the oldest images of the Mother of God.
Origin: Moscow, Russia
Material: Wood, Levkas
Technique: Egg tempera
Measurements: 31.5x26.5 cm
Epoch: XVIII century.
This icon comes with a certificate of origin and guarantee, together with export documents and the expert report made by the Russian Ministry of Cultural Heritage.