"Virgin with Child and scenes from the Gospels" Antique Russian Icon Palekh School Tempera on gold leaf panel 19th century cm. 40 x 50 Excellent condition Rare Russian Icon depicting the Virgin with Child, standing full-length, in regal attire and with a crown on her head. Mother and Son in a burst of light, surrounded by a series of scenes from the Gospels of the New Testament. The fifteen images are described with excellent miniature painting that manages to capture the smallest details of the landscapes and characters that animate the scenes. The sequence of the episodes depicted follows the sense from left to right, maintaining the chronology of the events: The Annunciation, The Visitation, The birth of Jesus, The Presentation at the Temple, Jesus among the doctors, The Transfiguration, The Flagellation, The Crowning with Thorns, The Ascent to Calvary, The Crucifixion, The Resurrection, The Ascension, The Descent of the Holy Spirit, The Assumption of the Virgin, The Coronation of the Virgin. At the bottom, on both sides of the panel, two groups of Saints prostrate themselves at the feet of the "Mater Dei Regina Mundi." The excellent condition of the Icon allows us to grasp the perfection of all the images in every detail. The work, of evident figurative effectiveness, is distinguished by the great variety of the chromatic range, where warm and vibrant colors stand out, which stand out on the gold background and are typical of the Russian school of Palekh. The icon is intact, without restorations or repainting, with the typical curvature and a pleasant craquelure on the pictorial surface. A certificate of authenticity is issued according to law (FIMA affiliate) Tracked shipping (DHL TRACKING) and fully insured with anti-shock packaging in custom-made wooden box. Delivery within 3 working days from receipt of bank transfer (DHL EXPRESS) Negotiable price - Personalized payment ALL PHOTOGRAPHIC DETAILS ON link: https://www.antichitaischia.it/it/prodotto/vergine-col-bambino-e-scene--tratte-dai-vangeli
