827

A RUSSIAN ICON: The Tikhvin Mother of God, 18th century. 20.5"x24".

Estimate $400-$600

828

A RUSSIAN ICON: Saint Panteleimon circa 1890s. A large and impressive church-size icon of the famous unmercenary physician saint. Naturalistically rendered with expert handling of the flesh tones, shading and drapery which is highlighted in gold. The 3rd century saint is traditionally depicted holding a medicine box in one hand and an ornate spoon in the other. His collar and cuffs embellished with a profusion of faux pearls and gemstones. The gold leaf background intricately incised with a spectacular design of scrolling strapwork and also painted to simulate cloisonné enameling. The Russian Monastery on Mt. Athos in Greece is dedicated to the saint. His name is Greek for "All-Merciful". A large icon of exceptional quality of the likes rarely encountered. A museum quality specimen of this patron of healers most likely from the local tier of an ornate iconostasis or perhaps an elaborate chapel. An impressive 35"x27.75" icon. Outstanding!

Estimate $3,500-$5,500

829

A VERY FINE RUSSIAN ICON: The Lord Almighty with Saints, 19th century, probably Palekh or Mstera. At top center Christ encircled by highly stylized clouds, representing the heavens, delivers a blessing. Below are five saints. From the left: St. Evdokia holding a chotki, St. Paul the Bishop, St. Nicholas, a warrior saint and St. Natalia, delivering a blessing of the type favored by the Old Believers. Exquisite detailing throughout and with ornamental kovcheg. Excellent condition. 14"x12.25".

Estimate $800-$1,200

830

A RUSSIAN ICON: The Smolensk Hodigetria Mother of God, 19th century. 14.5"x12.5".

Estimate $400-$700

831

A RUSSIAN ICON: The Holy Demetrius of Thessalonika, circa 1900. Beautifully executed in the 16th century Moscow style. Here Dmitriy strikes down the King of the Infidels. In the background, angels carry an icon of St. Dmitriy as Christ Emmanuel delivers a blessing from above. 12.25"x10.5".

Estimate $800-$1,200

832

A RUSSIAN ICON: The Vladimir Mother of God, 19th/20th century. 12"x10".

Estimate $300-$500

833

A RUSSIAN ICON: Shui-Smolensk Mother of God, 19th century. 14"x12".

Estimate $400-$600

834

A RUSSIAN ICON: The Resurrection and Descent Into Hades, 19th century. Probably Ural Mountain region. 12.25"x10.5".

Estimate $600-$900

835

A RUSSIAN ICON: The Dormition of the Mother of God, circa 1800. 14"x16".

Estimate $300-$500