Painted wooden egg on ivory-coloured background, Virgin of Vladimir, 10 in
Painted wooden egg on ivory-coloured background, Virgin of Vladimir, 10 in.
Iconic wooden egg hand-painted by expert Russian artists specialised in freehand painting of the miniature school. The gold leaf technique used on this piece highlights intricate details such as halos and decorations surrounding the image and pedestal.
The faces and the folds of the garments are delicately hand-painted, emphasising their realistic aspect.
The Virgin of Vladimir tenderly embraces the Infant Jesus, illustrati...
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Painted wooden egg on ivory-coloured background, Virgin of Vladimir, 10 in.
Iconic wooden egg hand-painted by expert Russian artists specialised in freehand painting of the miniature school. The gold leaf technique used on this piece highlights intricate details such as halos and decorations surrounding the image and pedestal.
The faces and the folds of the garments are delicately hand-painted, emphasising their realistic aspect.
The Virgin of Vladimir tenderly embraces the Infant Jesus, illustrating their infinite love for one another.
Total height 10.6x3.3 in.
Egg measurement: 6.5x4.5 in.
Made and hand-painted in Russia.