Lot number 966 - Auction 142
FEINE IKONE MIT DER GOTTESMUTTER VON KASAN (KASANSKAJA)

A FINE ICON SHOWING THE KAZANSKAYA MOTHER OF GOD Russian, Moscow, Circle of the workshop of the Armoury Chamber, late 17th century Tempera on wood panel with double kovcheg. The haloes and garments made of gold. The Mother of God in the popular type of the Kazanskaya, Christ shown half-length, upright and frontal, his right hand raised in blessing, their expressive faces delicately executed with soft earthly tones. The maphorion of the Mother with an elaborate hem imitating embroidered designs, and a gold band with simulated pearls and precious stones, surrounded by floating clouds in shades of light green. Two selected saints on the borders: Eudokia and John. Partially restored. 31.6 x 27 cm.