Antique sacred icon of the All-Praised Mother of God, Russian 19th century restored panel of 12x10 in
Antique sacred icon of the All-Praised Mother of God, Russian 19th century restored panel of 12x10 in. The image depicts the Theotokos in half-length while holding the Child. Her hands are gently resting on the Mother's chest. In this icon's representation, the Mother of God often wears a wide crown on her head. She also wears a dark red maphorion, with the edges bearing phrases in ancient Russian saying: "O all-praised Mother, who gave birth to the Most Holy Word, accept this offering, free u...
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Antique sacred icon of the All-Praised Mother of God, Russian 19th century restored panel of 12x10 in. The image depicts the Theotokos in half-length while holding the Child. Her hands are gently resting on the Mother's chest. In this icon's representation, the Mother of God often wears a wide crown on her head. She also wears a dark red maphorion, with the edges bearing phrases in ancient Russian saying: "O all-praised Mother, who gave birth to the Most Holy Word, accept this offering, free us from all evils and remove the sufferings awaiting us, we cry out to you: Alleluia". The icon's name derives from these words. The peculiarity of this sacred image lies in the fact that it is not linked to the veneration of a concrete relic. The icon comes from the Assumption church in Apuchtinka, Moscow, and its oldest image dates back to the 17th century. During the 19th century, this icon was celebrated on October 6. Subject: All-Praised Mother of God Origin: Moscow, Russia Technique: egg tempera Materials: wood, levkas Era: 19th century Restoration date: 21th century Dimensions: 12.2x10.2x1.2 in. Shipped with a protective case and expertise from an expert.
