365

RUSSIAN ICON: St. George, 19th century. A finely executed image of George, atop a white horse and wearing a red cape and armor, George plunges a lance into the mouth of the dragon beneath him. In the background, kneeling is the Princess Elisaba. Above the head of George inscribed in abbreviated Old Church Slavonic is his name "The Holy Martyr Georgiy". The reverse of icon with dedicatory inscription written in Russian "To Our Brother George, from your brothers and sisters, may God Watch Over You, 15 September 1896". Perhaps given as a gift at the time the recipient entered military service. Fine detail and gilt highlights, on George's armor breastplate, saddle blanket, and the scales on the dragon. A beautiful icon. 12.25"x10.25". Estimate $500-$800

366

RUSSIAN ICON: The Lord Almighty, circa 1890. A detailed and highly skilled icon of Christ. With his right hand he delivers a blessing, with his left hand he holds an open book of Gospels to Matthew 11:28 "Come unto me all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest..." The background of gold leaf ornately incised and with colorful faux enameling. Christ's clothing with detailed gold highlights. A beautiful and finely painted icon based on Revelation 1:8, "I am the Alpha and the Omega says the Lord, Who Is, Who Was, and Who Is To Come, the Almighty". 10.25"x8.75". Estimate $500-$750

367

RUSSIAN ICON: The Feodorovskaya Mother of God, 19th century. A large and beautiful depiction of this Umilenie (Tenderness) variant. Attributed to St. Luke, the prototype was said to have been found hanging in an evergreen tree in the 13th century. In the early 17th century, the original was carried by the deputation which implored young Mikhail Romanov to become Tsar of Russia. It thus became the patron of the House of Romanov. The left border with the female Martyr Saint Glykeria (October 22) and the right border with the female Martyr Saint Alexandra (March 20). The overall style would suggest a Ural Mountain icon. 14"x12". 
Estimate $500-$800

368

RUSSIAN ICON: The Archangel Michael. A beautifully executed icon inspired by the book of Revelation. Crowned and armor clad, Mikhail rides a red winged horse. He holds a book of Gospels and censer. A large trumpet extends from his mouth. He holds a lance, and is depicted defeating Satan who is shown beneath him amongst burning ruins. At top center within a circle is an image of the "Old Testament Trinity". The Old Church Slavonic inscription across the top border identifies this icon as, "The Image of the Archangel Mikhail". A beautiful 20th century contemporary icon executed on an 18th century panel, with double kovcheg. A powerful image. 12.25"x10.5". Estimate $300-$500

369

RUSSIAN ICON: The Miracle Working Saints of Kiev, 19th century. A rare and unusual icon. A gathering of all the Kievian Saints. At the center foreground St. Vladimir. In front of him Sts. Antoniy and Feodosiy. Beside him Sts. Konstantine and Helen. An early chromo lithograph icon encased in a custom fitted kiot with hinged door. Icon 10.5"x9". Kiot 11.75"x13.5". Estimate $300-$600

370

RUSSIAN ICON: The Kazan Mother of God, 19th century. A very rare and unusual icon entirely hand crafted from sheet brass. A felief repoussed image of the Virgin and Christ Child. The borders with scrolling foliage. Three corners with applied cherubim. The heads encircled with large applied halos. Unlike any we have ever seen. 14"x13". Estimate $300-$500

371

RUSSIAN ICON: The Archangel Michael with Saints, circa 1890. At center, a full-length image of the winged and armor clad Archangel Mikhail. He holds the Holy Napkin or the "Image of Our Lord and Savior Not Made by Hands". On his left, Saint Modestus and Saint Laurus. On his right, Saint Blaise and Saint Florus. The borders incised and intricately decorated. 14"x12.5". Estimate $300-$500

372

RUSSIAN ICON: Saint Vladimir with Saints, 19th century. An exceptionally detailed and finely executed icon. Probably from a Sergiy Posad workshop. At center, a full length detailed depiction of Vladimir. He holds a cross, a sword and book of Gospels. He is crowned and his garments are jeweled. Above his head an abbreviated title, "The Holy Equal-to-the-Apostles Prince Vladimir". On the left, The Venerable Macarious Wonderworker of Kalyazin. On the right, the Venberable John Kolovos. On the top margin Christ delivers a blessing. A very fine icon. Beautiful! 10.5"x8.75". Estimate $500-$750

373

RUSSIAN ICON: The Indestructible Wall Mother of God, circa 1900. This type derives its title from the twelfth "house" (Greek oikos) of the Akathist Canon - "Rejoice, Indestructible Wall of the Kingdom." However, in this example, the inscription is in Greek (perhaps because it was copied from a Greek example). The Greek inscription comes from the Septuagint version of the Psalms (and not the ordinary text at that, with the right side of the inscription being a variant reading of the text); It is Psalm 45:5-6, which generally reads: "God is in the midst of Her; she shall not be moved; God shall help her toward the morning." The depiction of Mary shown standing full-length in the orans position (arms raised with palms forward); is taken from an old marble relief in the Photinos Chapel of the Church of the Blachenae in Constantinople. In this example the entire field has been gold-leafed and intricately incised and colorfully decorated. A unique and beautiful Russian icon inscribed in Greek. Rare. 7"x5.75". Estimate $300-$600

374

RUSSIAN ICON: St. George. A beautiful and detailed rendering. George slays the dragon beneath him as the Princess looks on at left. An angel places a crown on George and Christ delivers a blessing. A finely painted 20th century contemporary icon executed in the 17th century style on a 17th century wood panel. 12.25"x10.5". Estimate $350-$550

375

RUSSIAN ICON: Saint Anthony and Theodosius of the Pecherska Lavra, circa 1890. Two finely painted full-length images of the Monastic leaders. Anthony on the left wears the great schema, and is celebrated on May 6th. Theodosius on the right was abbot and founder of the Monastery of the Caves, in Kiev. This icon was most likely produced and/or acquired there by a pilgrim. The reverse is inscribed with the original 19^th century price of 4 rubles and 25 kopeks. A beautiful icon. 7"x5.5".  
Estimate $300-$500

376

RUSSIAN ICON: The Pokrov Mother of God, circa 1890. Of very high quality. This subject combines two celebrations that fall on October 1st. The Vision of the Holy Fool Andrey and the Vision of Romanos the Melodist. At top center, the Mother of God (Mary) is seen standing on a cloud within a church. She is surrounded by a gathering of Saints, Moses, Peter, Paul, John the Baptist and angels. She holds her mantle in her arms, spreading it above the congregation as a symbol of her protection. In the center, below is Romanos, who could not sing well until the Mother of God appeared to him in a dream, gave him a hymnal sheet to eat, and thereby granted him the gift of song. At lower left, the Holy Fool Andrey points to Mary, showing her to his disciple Epifaniy. On the right, the Emperor and Empress of Constantinople. The borders intricately incised and decorated with colorful florals. The reverse with the retailers stamp in Russian "Store Keparis, owner Melnikov". A very fine icon. 8.75"x7". 
Estimate $350-$550

377

RUSSIAN ICONS: A wedding set, 1888. A very fine matching wedding set. On the left, an icon of the Smolensk Mother of God. On the right, an icon of The Lord Almighty, Christ holding the Gospels open to John 13:34, "A New Commandment I give unto you, that ye also love one another...". Both icons entirely overlaid with finely engraved gold plated sterling silver riza. Each riza hallmarked Moscow, dated 1888 and with Cyrillic makers mark "D.V." Each backed in red velvet. Original retailers paper label on verso of Christ. 7"x5.5" each. It was and still is the custom of the bride to carry an icon of the Virgin and the groom to carry an icon of Christ down the aisle on their wedding day. The icons are blessed and eventually return home to the newlywed couples icon corner. Estimate $1,200-$1,800

378

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379

RUSSIAN ICON: The Holy Good-Believing Princes Boris and Glyeb. An exceptionally detailed and finely painted depiction. Here the two brothers, the first official Russian saints, ride side-by-side. Above them atop Palekh-style clouds is an image of the "Old Testament Trinity". A beautiful and less frequently encountered subject. A fine contemporary 20th century icon painted on an 18th century panel. Stunning! 12"x10". 
Estimate $400-$600

380

RUSSIAN ICON: John the Forerunner, circa 1890. Here John is depicted as an Angel of the Wilderness. Underneath his green tunic he wears a hair shirt. He is shown here with wings which are derived from the double meaning of the Greek word used to describe him in Mark 1:2 - Angelus means both messenger and angel. In Orthodoxy, John is often called "heavenly man and earthly angel". In his left hand, he holds a diskos containing the nude infant Christ, symbolizing the Lamb of God of the Eucharist. He also holds a scroll upon which is written a text adapted from John 1:29 "behold the Lamb of God, which takes away the sins of the world", the inscription that flanks his head reads "The Holy Prophet John the Forerunner". At top, God the Father. The entire field in gold leaf with heavily incised decoration. A beautiful icon. Possibly from the village of Mstera. 9"x7". Estimate $600-$900

381

RUSSIAN ICON: St. George. A colorful and finely painted icon of George who slays the dragon beneath him. The King daughter, Elisaba, holds a leash around the dragon. The King and Queen watch from the battlements. An angel descends from heaven and places a crown of victory on George's head. Christ delivers a blessing from upper left. The inscription along the top margin reads "The Holy George the Victorious". A beautiful contemporary 20th century icon painted on an 18th century wood panel. 12.25"x10.25".
Estimate $300-$600

382

RUSSIAN ICON: The Transfiguration, 19th century. Here Christ is depicted at top center surrounded by light, with Moses to his left, and Elijah to his right. Below, the disciples Peter (left), John (center) and James (right) fall to earth in awe at the sight. This incident took place on Mount Tabor as mentioned in the Gospels. On the left border, St. Timothy and Sergiy Radonezh. On the right margin, St. Dmitry. On the top border, in Old Church Slavonic is the title for this icon, "Preobrazhenie Gospodne" (Transfiguration of the Lord). This is one of the 12 major festivals celebrated in the 19th of August. 12"x10". Estimate $300-$500

383

RUSSIAN ICON: The Kazan Mother of God, 19th century. A charming depiction of this famous miracle working icon which first appeared in 1579. Encased in a gilt frame set in a custom fitted kiot with glazed door. 13.5"x11.5" (including kiot).

Estimate $300-$500

384

RUSSIAN ICON: The Meeting of the Lord, 19th century. This icon depicts the infant Christ in the arms of Simeon the "God-Receiver" - see Luke 2:25-38, who met Christ in the Temple at Jerusalem. On the left, Mary, behind her Joseph and right rear is the Prophetess Anna. The Slavonic inscription at top reads "Sretenic Gospodne". The Meeting of the Lord is a major festival celebrated on the 15th of February. A well-executed larger size icon. 14"x12.25".

Estimate $250-$500

385

RUSSIAN ICON: The Kazan Mother of God, 19th century. The Virgin and with the Infant Christ who delivers a blessing. The entire image overlaid with an ornate gilt metal riza with a brilliant attached halo. 9"x7". Estimate $150-$300

386

RUSSIAN ICON: The Crucifixion, circa 1825. At center, a realistic and finely executed image of Christ upon the cross. On the left, His Mother. On the right, the Holy Apostle John. At top, the inscription identifies the subject as "The Crucifixion of the Lord". 10.5"x8.75". Estimate $250-$500

387

RUSSIAN ICON: The Archangel Michael, 19th century. A full-length depiction of Michael, the winged heavenly guardian. He holds a fiery sword and a shield. He rests atop clouds (heaven) and is shown here wearing armor depicted as the Chief Captain of the Armies of Heaven. The inscription at top reads "The Holy Archangel Mikhail". 7"x5.75". Estimate $300-$500

388

RUSSIAN ICON: The Mother of God of the Playing Child. A beautiful and finely executed icon of this very rare subject in Russian known as the "Vzygranie Mladentsa". The rare tenderness variant takes its name from the depiction of Christ who is shown as a wriggling child. A charming 20th century contemporary icon executed on an 18th century panel. The prototype for this icon first appeared on November 7, 1795 near Moscow. For a similar example see the Korin Collection, catalog #53, page 76 and 52. 12.25"x10.5". Estimate $500-$750

389

RUSSIAN ICON: The Tikhvin Mother of God, 19th century. The original Tikhvin is atributed to St. Luke. It eventually was said to have miraculously appeared on the bank of the "Tikhvinka" river in 1383. The original is also said to have survived numerous fires. Here Mary looks down upon her son. She gestures towards him indicating to the viewer that He, Christ, is the way to Salvation. Christ delivers a blessing. The title for this icon is written in Old Church Slavonic above the shoulder of Mary. 10.25"x10.25". Estimate $350-$500

390

RUSSIAN ICON: St. George, 19th century. Here St. George, patron of soldiers, is depicted slaying a dragon. The Princess looks on from far right. At the upper left corner Christ delivers a blessing. The abbreviated inscription at top reads "The Holy Great Martyr George the Victorious". The borders incised and colorfully decorated. The reverse with an interesting period label inscribed with instructions to the iconographer regarding size and materials. 12.25"x10.5". Estimate $300-$600

391

RUSSIAN ICON: The Lord Almighty, 19th century. Here Christ delivers a blessing with his right hand and with his left hand holds an open book of Gospels to Matthew 11:28. The entire icon overlaid with a silvered metal riza with attached gilt-metal halo. The borders with strapwork and foliage. The title on the lower margin. 10.5"x8.5". Estimate $150-$300

392

RUSSIAN ICON: Mother of God Melter of Evil Hearts, 19th century. Here Mary, the Mother of Jesus, is shown with seven swords in her breast, three on the left, three on the right and one from below. Often this icon is called "The Prophecy of Simeon" because it depicts the prediction of the aged Simeon (Luke 2:35) that a sword would pierce the soul of Mary. The borders with Saints Guriy, Samon and Aviv together with a female saint. 10.5"x9". Estimate $250-$500

393

RUSSIAN ICON: St. John the Warrior, 19th century. A realistic full-length rendering of the 4th century Martyr. Here, John is shown with red cape, armor breastplate and holding a banner displaying the cross. On the ground beside him, his sword, shield and helmet. Heavenly light shines down upon him. He is identified by the Slavonic inscription above his head, "The Image of the Martyr John the Warrior". The reverse skillfully inscribed with John’s feast day "30 July" and his abbreviated name. 13.75"x11". Estimate $250-$450

394

RUSSIAN ICON: The Pokrov Mother of God, 19th century. At top center Mary holding a mantle and flanked by angels and various Saints. Below Romanos, the Holy Fool Andrey and Epifaniy; also the Patriarch of Constantinople and the Emperor and Empress. The entire image overlaid with an ornate riza. Lower edge of riza stamped "The Religious Peasants Workshop, Village of Mstera, Vladimir District". 12.25"x10.5". Estimate $250-$400

395

RUSSIAN ICON: Saint Nicholas, circa 1890. Here Nicholas, depicted as a Bishop, delivers a blessing with his right hand and holds a book of Gospels in his left hand. Left of his head, Christ is seen presenting him with a book of Gospels. Right of his head Mary presents Nicholas with his bishop's stole (omofor). The background and borders intricately incised and brightly painted in faux enamel. The Old Church Slavonic inscription at the base identifies the subject as "The Holy Nicholas Wonderworker". 8.75"x7". Estimate $250-$500

396

RUSSIAN ICON: Sophia and her Three Daughters, circa 1890. At center wearing a scarlet tunic is The Holy Martyr Sophia (Wisdom-Greek). In front of her stand her three daughters, Vera (Faith), Lyubov (Love or Charity) and Nadezhda (Hope). These 2nd century Martyrs are celebrated together on the 17th of September. At top, Christ delivers a blessing. The background and borders ornately incised and decorated. A less frequently encountered subject. Very good condition. 8.75"x7". Estimate $350-$650

397

RUSSIAN ICON: The Mother of God, 19th century. Here Mary is seen as depicted in the Deisis composition. She is turned toward her Son, Christ, in an attitude of prayer, gesturing to Him as the true way to Salvation. She holds a scroll upon which is written in Old Church Slavonic "Ruler Most Gracious, Lord Jesus Christ..." On either side of her head are the Greek abbreviations for Her, on the left "MP", on the right "OY" (Meter Theou). A large and moving icon. 17"x13.5". Estimate $350-$600

398

RUSSIAN ICON: The Lord Almighty, 19th century. Here Christ delivers a blessing with his right hand and holds an open book of Gospels in his left hand displaying John 13:34. The entire icon overlaid with a brightly polished and engraved metal riza with attached halo. The upper corners displaying the Greek abbreviation for Christ. The cross form halo displaying the letters "HO ON", meaning "Who Is" as found in Revelation 1:8. The lower central margin engraved with the title for this icon "Gospod Vsederzhitel" - "Lord Almighty". The back covered in red velvet. 10.5"x9". Estimate $175-$300

399

RUSSIAN ICON: St. Tikhon of Zadonsk and Metrophan of Voronezh. On the left, a full-length image of Tikhon: born in 1724, he received his monastic habit at age 34. He was eventually made bishop of Voronozh. He retired to the monastery of Zadonsk where he died in 1783. His feast day is August 13th. On the right is a full-length image of the Holy Metrophan Voronezhskiy. Between them, they hold an icon of the "Smolensk Mother of God". Above a dove, sign of the Holy Spirit. The background and borders incised and beautifully decorated. A fine icon depicting two of Russia's greatest 18th century spiritual leaders. 7"x5.5". Estimate $300-$500

400

RUSSIAN ICON: The Vladimir Mother of God, circa 1900. Here Mother and Child in a tender cheek-to-cheek embrace. Probably the most famous icon attributed to St. Luke and one of the most renowned miracle working in Russia. The entire icon overlaid with a beautiful engraved, gold-plated, sterling silver riza; hallmarked Moscow and Cyrillic makers mark "V.G". Enclosed in a gilded wood frame and set into a custom fitted kiot with glazed door. 8"x6.5" (including kiot). Estimate $400-$600

401

RUSSIAN ICON: The Tikhvin Mother of God, 19th century. Mary gestures towards Christ in this classic "Hodigetria" variant. Christ delivers a blessing and holds a scroll. On the left border, the Guardian Angel and The Holy Martyr Nadezhda (Hope). On the right border, the Apostle John and a female Martyr Saint. 10.5"x8.5". Estimate $300-$500

402

RUSSIAN ICON: The Akhtuirskaya Mother of God, 19th century. Here Mary is shown in prayer contemplating the crucifixion of Her Son. The prototype for this icon was discovered by the priest Daniil Vasiliev while mowing grass with a scythe in the town of Akhtuirka in the province of Kharkov on July 2, 1739. Later on, after numerous miraculous healings were authenticated, Empress Elizabeth recommended to the Holy Synod to ordain the icon as miracle working, which it did in the year 1751. A beautiful icon. 10.5"x8.75". Estimate $300-$500

403

RUSSIAN ICON: The Holy Great Martyr Paraskeva, 19th century. Here Paraskeva delivers a blessing and holds a scroll which begins "I believe in One God the Father thee Almighty...". In the upper left corner, the Holy Visage. Overlaid with a simple, but charming metal riza. 12.5"x10.5". 
Estimate $300-$500

404

RUSSIAN ICON: The Birth of the Mother of God, circa 1890. Here Anna, the mother of Mary, reclines on a bed after giving birth. Below, servants prepare to bathe the newborn child. Mary's father, Joakhim, looks on from the right. In the center, two servants attend Anna. The abbreviated inscription at top reads "Rozhdestvo (Birth) Presvyatoe (of the Most Holy) Bogoroditso (Birth-Giver of God)". The borders colorfully decorated. A larger size icon of this, one of the 12 great festivals of the Church year. It is celebrated on the 8th of September. 14"x12". Estimate $400-$800

405

RUSSIAN ICON: The Mother of God of the Sign, 19th century. In the year 1170, Archbishop John of Novgorod heard a voice telling him to take an icon of Mary and the Infant Christ to the city walls to help protect the city from a Suzdal invasion. Once there, the icon was struck by a Suzdal arrow and began to shed tears. This was seen as a "sign" that Mary was interceding on behalf of the citizens of Novgorod. The invasion was repelled. A beautifully painted image of this popular subject. 12.25"x10.5". Estimate $100-$300

406

ITALIAN SCHOOL (19th/20th century) "The Madonna and Child" oil on celluloid, after Raphael. Contained in an ornate metal bezel frame with suspension loop and beveled glass. Executed in miniature. Beautiful. L.3.5". Estimate $100-$200

407

RUSSIAN ICON: The Transfiguration, 19th century. Here Christ is seen atop Mt. Tabor flanked by the Prophets Elijah and Moses. Below his disciples, James, John and Peter are in awe of what they are witnessing. One of the 12 major festivals celebrated on the 6th of August. 14"x12". 
Estimate $100-$300

408

RUSSIAN ICON: St. George, 19th century. Fully painted beneath the decorative metal cover (riza), here George plunges a lance into the dragon beneath him. On the right, the Princess looks on. In the upper left corner Christ delivers a blessing. The entire image overlaid with a heavily repoussed silver-plated riza with attached halo. A charming icon. 9"x7". Estimate $150-$300

409

RUSSIAN ICON: The Mystic Supper, circa 1890. Known in the West as the "Last Supper", this is the meal recorded in Luke Chapter 22 and elsewhere. Christ is seated in the center behind the table. He is surrounded by all 12 disciples. Judas is easily recognized front center with no halo and holding a small leather moneybag. This subject is most often found directly above the Royal Doors within an iconostasis. In this example, the borders have been gold-leafed and intricately incised and decorated. A scarce subject. 7"x5.5".  Estimate $450-$750

410

RUSSIAN WALL CROSS, 19th century, cast bronze. The front depicting the Holy Visage at top, below that two angels of the Lord descending. The crucified Christ upon the cross with the walls of Jerusalem depicted on the slanted footrest. H.15"xW.7.75". Estimate $150-$250

411

RUSSIAN WALL CROSS, 19th century, cast bronze with blue and white enamel. At top, the "Image of Our Lord and Savior Not Made by Hands". Below the Holy Visage two angels of the Lord descend. At the ends of the central cross bar the Son (left) and the moon (right). Flanking the crucified body of Christ are two impliments of the passion, a spear or lance and a reed with sponge attached. The city walls of Jerusalem are depicted on the slanted foot bar. At the base a skull (of Adam). The reverse with a lengthy Old Church Slavonic inscription that reads "The Cross is the guardian of the whole earth; the Cross is the beauty of the Church; the Cross is the strength of Kings; the Cross is the support of the faithful; the Cross is the glory of angels; the Cross is the plague of demons". L.14.5"xW.7.5". 
Estimate $200-$350

412

RUSSIAN WALL CROSS, 19th century, cast bronze. Similar to Lot 410. Size 15"x7.5". Estimate $150-$250

413

A SET OF 10 STATIONS OF THE CROSS, circa 1900. Color chromo-lithographs. All matching glazed frames. 13.5"x10.5" each including frame. Estimate $100-$200

414

A LOVELY FRAMED IMAGE OF "OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE". Contained in a hand carved frame, the color image with applied sewn and folded fabric. 13.5"x10" including frame. Estimate $25-$50

415

CONTINENTAL SCHOOL (18th century) "The Ascension" oil on canvas, laid down. Christ rising to heaven as his disciples and the Virgin look on. Contained in a gilt wood frame. 17.25"x12.75". Estimate $100-$200

416

GERMAN SCHOOL (18th century) "Saint Notburga with Life Scenes", oil on paper laid down on canvas. Saint Notburga is the patron of hired hands in Tyrol and Bavaria. 21"x27". Contained in an ebonized wood frame. Estimate $100-$200

417

RUSSIAN ICON: The Lord Almighty, 19th century. The entire image overlaid with a silvered and engraved metal riza. Set in a partial gilt gessoed frame contained in a custom fitted kiot with glazed hinged door. 19"x13" (including kiot). Estimate $200-$500

418

A LARGE AND BEAUTIFULLY BOUND AND PRINTED ROMAN CATHOLIC "ANTIPHONARIUM CISTERRIENSE", dated 1903. Contained in a heavy leather and brass mounted binding. 20"x13". Excellent condition. Estimate $100-$300

419

A FINE PAIR OF HAND PAINTED DRESDEN PORCELAIN PLAQUES, depicting the "Sistine Angels" after Raphael. The beautifully executed paintings on oval porcelain plaques are set in engraved gilt bronze frames, circa 1880. Each measuring 5.25"x4.25". Estimate $150-$350

420

A FINE 19TH CENTURY COLOR CHROMO-LITHO of the "Mystic Marriage", Joseph and the Virgin Mary. 25"x25". Estimate $50-$100

421

A FINE 19TH CENTURY POLYCHROME ZINC AND CARVED WOOD ALTAR CRUCIFIX. The painted zinc corpus mounted on the carved oak cross on stepped plinth. Overall H.23.5". Estimate $50-$100

422

A CHARMING HAND PAINTED GERMAN BISQUE FIGURE of St. Terese, the Little Flower. H.6.25". Estimate $25-$50

423

AFTER FRANGELICO, a Musical Angel on gold leaf arched panel set in a glazed frame. 13"x6". Estimate $25-$50

424

A LARGE AND FINELY HAND CARVED WALL PLAQUE of the Virgin. H.28". Estimate $50-$100

425

A GERMAN HAND CRAFTED WOOD OUTDOOR SHRINE, H.1'. Estimate $50-$100

426

A 19TH CENTURY EUROPEAN CRUCIFIX. L.32". Estimate $50-$75

427

RUSSIAN ICON: The Resurrection, 19th century. A finely executed icon depicting Christ triumphant over death above his empty tomb shedding his burial shroud and holding a banner. An angel of the Lord supports the heavy stone tomb cover while Roman soldiers sleep below. The title for this subject is inscribed along the top border; "The Resurrection of Christ". 9"x7". Estimate $175-$350

428

RUSSIAN ICON: The Quick To Hear Mother of God, 19th century. A colorful and naturalistic rendering of this famous Mt. Athos icon. The title for this icon originates from an incident that took place at a monastery on Mt. Athos in the year 1664. As the legend goes, a serving man was accustomed to pass by a certain icon of the Virgin, while carrying a smoky torch. As he was passing the icon one evening, he heard a voice warning him not to pass that way again with his torch, "carelessly and shamelessly blackening my image". The man thought it was someone playing a joke and he continued his daily rituals even though he continued to hear the voice. Suddenly he went blind. He then prayed to the Virgin to intercede on his behalf and asked that he regain his vision. His prayers were "quickly" answered by the Virgin and thus the title for this icon. 9"x7". Estimate $175-$350

429

RUSSIAN ICON: Selected Saints, 19th century. Three finely executed full-length images beneath the Holy Napkin. From the left they are: The Holy Gregory the Theologian (January 25th), The Holy Germogen and The Holy Martyr Irene. Fine detail throughout. 10.5"x8.5". Estimate $200-$400

430

A PAIR OF 19TH CENTURY GERMAN REVERSE LITHO ON GLASS FRAMED IMAGES of the Sacred Heart and Immaculate Heart. 12.5" square including matching wood frame. Estimate $75-$150

431

A CHARMING MOLDED GUARDIAN ANGEL HOLY WATER WALL FONT. H.8.5". Estimate $25-$50

432

AFTER CARLO DOLCI "The Last Supper" oil on canvas. A 20th century copy. 27"x22". Estimate $250-$400

433

AFTER CARLO DOLCI "The Sorrowful Madonna". 19th century oil on canvas. Contained in an ornate gilt molded wood frame. 11"x10.5". Estimate $100-$200

434

A PAIR OF 19TH CENTURY GERMAN REVERSE PAINTING ON GLASS IMAGES of "The Last Supper" and "The Crucifixion" circa 1800. 14"x10.5". Rare. Estimate $100-$300

435

A LARGE 19TH CENTURY CHROMO LITHO of a Medieval Procession. 19"x30". Together with a rare 17th century printed and hand colored book page. 11.5"x8.25". Estimate $100-$200

436

A PAIR OF 19TH CENTURY COLOR PRINTS: "The Removal From the Cross", 23"x14.5". Together with "Christ's Charge to Peter", a hand colored engraving from "The Lives of Saints", 1835. 9"x5". Estimate $75-$150

437

JOHN SARTAIN (British 1808-1897) "Pilate's Appeal for Christ in the Praetorium". A mezzotint engraving on paper, signed in pencil lower right. Contained in an elaborately carved tromp'ole frame with basket weave design on borders. Sheet size 40"x30". Estimate $150-$250

438

"THE ANNUNCIATION", a very fine 19th century color chromo litho image in a period glazed frame. 11"x17". Estimate $50-$150

439

A DEEPLY CARVED RELIEF WOOD WALL PLAQUE of Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane. Fine detail, probably German. 21.5"x16.25". Estimate $75-$150

440

A PAIR OF FRAMED IMAGES including an oil on canvas painting of the "Holy Napkin", 10"x10" and an image of a tapestry depicting the "Presentation of the Magi" designed by Burne-Jones and executed by William Morris which hangs in the Exeter College Chapel at Oxford. 8"x6". Estimate $25-$50

441

A MOUNTED ICON of the Annunciation by Martini and a folding triptych depicting the Madonna & Child at center with female Saints on the wings. Icon 7.5"x6.5". Triptych 15"x10". Estimate $25-$50

442

A 19TH CENTURY CRUCIFIX. An ebonized wood cross with a polychrome molded Corpus applied. L.20". Together with an unusual gilt-bronze figure of Christ, 18th/19th century. 4"x3.5". Estimate $50-$150

443

A FROSTED SILVER ALTAR CRUCIFIX. The Corpus flanked by implements of the passion and mounted on a base with symbols of Faith, Hope and Charity. Some repairs. 12.5". Estimate $20-$30

444

A FINE ART NOUVEAU NICKELED ALTAR CRUCIFIX. H.14.25". Estimate $25-$50

445

AN OAK WALL CRUCIFIX mounted with a polychrome corpus together with a finely molded praying Madonna. H.14" & 8". Estimate $25-$50

446

A FINE 19TH CENTURY CAST IRON ALTAR CRUCIFIX and a 19th century figure of St. Joseph and the Infant Christ. H.17" & 10". Estimate $50-$100

447

A LARGE MOUNTED ICON of the Nativity and a wood and cast metal crucifix. H.15" & 13". Estimate $50-$100

448

A FRAMED VINTAGE IMAGE of the "Crucifixion" after Perugino together with an interesting 18th century crucifix. Wood and cast bronze crucifix mounted in a base which display an engraved brass plaque that reads "This 18th century crucifix brought from Rome, Italy, in 1926 is placed here by an associate in memory of a priest friend who said his last mass and viaticum at this altar on November 26th, 1926. Requiescat In Pace". H.15.5" & 10". Estimate $50-$100

449

AN INTERESTING SOUTHWEST OR CENTRAL AMERICAN "SPANISH COLONIAL" PAINTED WOOD ALTAR CRUCIFIX. Probably 19th century. Some losses. A charming piece with honest age. H.19.5". Estimate $50-$100

450

A BEAUTIFUL PORCELAIN FIGURE of the Madonna and child. Probably German. H.10". Estimate $50-$75

451

A VERY FINE 18TH CENTURY GERMAN ALTAR CRUCIFIX. Rising from a heavily carved three footed scrolled base and mounted with silver metal ornamentation. The ebonized wood cross appointed in decorative silvered metal and with gilt-metal rays. The corpus being finely molded and silvered and with gilt-bronze crown of thorns. A fine old example. H.25.5". (see front cover) Estimate $300-$500

452

AN INTERESTING VINTAGE VELVET MOUNTED ZINC HOLY WATER WALL FONT. H.14". Estimate $50-$100

453

A FINELY CRAFTED WALNUT ALMS BOX, circa 1900. H.19.5". Estimate $50-$100

454

A VERY FINE GILDED AND ETCHED EASTERN ORTHODOX CHALICE, 20th century. The base deeply engraved with scrolling foliage. The large deep bowl etched with full-length images of the Three Hierarchs, Basil the Great, Gregory the Theologian, and John Chrysostom. Beautiful! H.9". Estimate $200-$300

455

AN 18TH CENTURY BRONZE ALTAR CROSS. Set on pierced dome base. H.12.25". Estimate $100-$200

456

AN INTERESTING 19TH CENTURY PLAQUE of the Last Supper. A round silvered metal medallion applied to oak plaque with suspension loop and folding stand. H.4.25". Estimate $25-$50

457

A GERMAN WAX BABY JESUS. Enclosed in an octagonal shadow box glazed frame and embellished with bullion and faux stones. L.7". Estimate $25-$50

458

A LARGE AND IMPRESSIVE IVORINE CORPUS set on a wooden cross mounted on velvet within a Gothic arched frame. H.20". Estimate $75-$150

459

A CHARMING ART DECO STYLE GLAZED PLAQUE of the Madonna & child, small repair. Dia.10.25". Estimate $25-$50

460

A LOVELY PEWTER WALL MOUNTED HOLY WATER FONT of the Madonna & child, inscribed "Gnadenbild-Altötting". L.6.5". Estimate $10-$20

461

A FINE EARLY 19TH CENTURY ALTAR CRUCIFIX. Resting on an ebonized wood plinth, a simple cross form with applied silvered bronze skull at base and cast bronze corpus. Probably German, circa 1820's. H.15.5". Estimate $75-$150

462

A GERMAN NICKLED ALTAR CROSS with inset wood cross mounted with a finely detailed cast and plated corpus. H.14.5". Estimate $50-$100

463

AN INTERESTING SILVER MOUNTED ICON PLAQUE of the Apostle St. Luke. A finely repoussed and chased image of Luke with his symbol the ox and mounted on a polished marble slab. Probably Russian. Indistinguishable hallmarks in Cyrillic. L.3.5". Estimate $50-$150

464

A PAIR OF 19TH CENTURY HAND PAINTED GERMAN FIGURINES of St. Joseph and the Madonna & child. H.8"-8.5". Estimate $50-$100

465

A PAIR OF HAND PAINTED PORCELAIN FIGURES of "The Madonna & Child" and "Our Lady of Lourdes", both circa 1900. 4.5" & 6.5". Estimate $25-$50

466

AN INTERESTING CAST METAL WALL PLAQUE of the Crucified Christ together with the Virgin and St. John. 12.5"x9.5". Estimate $75-$150

467

A 19TH CENTURY GERMAN REVERSE LITHOGRAPH ON GLASS of the Sacred Heart, some damage. Contained in a lovely period frame. 17"x13.5". Estimate $10-$20

468

AN OUTDOOR SHRINE WITH A FIGURE of our "Notre Dame De Lorette". A charming, albeit somewhat provincial, offering. 15"x13". Estimate $25-$50

469

A GERMAN FIVE PIECE COMMUNION SET. Tray 14.5". Estimate $25-$50

470

A PAIR OF VINTAGE "INFANT OF PRAGUE" FIGURES. Each H.8" (only one shown). Estimate $20-$30

471

A PAIR OF CRUCIFIX'S. The first an altar cross made from olive wood from Jerusalem set with a cast metal corpus. H.16". Together with a large wall crucifix displaying a finely detailed gilt-bronze corpus. L.22". Estimate $50-$100

472

A LARGE WALL CRUCIFIX, L.25". Together with a beautiful hand illuminated and framed copy of the 91st Psalm. 19"x14". Estimate $50-$100

473

TWO WALL CRUCIFIXUS. A wood cross with a ivorine mounted corpus, together with a carved wood cross mounted with a hand painted bisque porcelain corpus. 16"x24". Estimate $50-$100

474

A PAIR OF CRUCIFIXUS. A bronzed metal corpus set on a wood cross resting on a stepped plinth together with a wooden cross set with a polychromed zinc corpus. 14"x12". Estimate $25-$50

475

A PAIR OF WALL CROSSES. 12" & 25". Estimate $25-$50

476

A PAIR OF CROSSES, an 18th century wall cross with cast bronze corpus together with a bronze altar cross. 9.5" & 12.5". Estimate $25-$50