Acheiropoieta Russian icon on old board, Palekh style, 17x14 in
Acheiropoieta Russian icon on old board, Palekh style, 17x14 in.
Russian icon in Palekh style, painted on an old board, depicting the Acheiropoieta.
The term "Acheiropoieta" means "not made by human hands" and refers to images of the Christ considered miraculous, which according to tradition would have been generated in a divine way. These icons, a symbol of faith and protection, are among the most venerated in the Orthodox Christian tradition.
Origin: Moscow, Russia.
Technique: egg tempera on ...
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Acheiropoieta Russian icon on old board, Palekh style, 17x14 in.
Russian icon in Palekh style, painted on an old board, depicting the Acheiropoieta.
The term "Acheiropoieta" means "not made by human hands" and refers to images of the Christ considered miraculous, which according to tradition would have been generated in a divine way. These icons, a symbol of faith and protection, are among the most venerated in the Orthodox Christian tradition.
Origin: Moscow, Russia.
Technique: egg tempera on wood with levkas preparation.
Dimensions: 16.9x13.8 in.
Period: 19th century, restored in the 21st century.
Painted entirely by hand, this icon expresses the spirituality and artistic refinement of the Palekh style, with precious details and intense colours.
The icon is accompanied by a certificate of originality and a brief description of its history and spiritual meaning.