Bidspirit auction | ANTIQUE RUSSIAN ICON VIRGIN OF

ANTIQUE RUSSIAN ICON VIRGIN OF THE BURNING BUSH - An antique 19th-century Russian Orthodox icon, Mother of God with Christ Child in the Burning bush iconography. Mixed media painting: egg tempera, gesso, and levkas on a wood board. The central image of Virgin Mary and Jesus is enclosed in an eight-pointed star formed by two quadrangles in red and black. Symbols of the four evangelists are depicted in the stars corners. This allegorical iconography was formed in Orthodox tradition in the 16th century. Russian Religious Items and Antique Christian Religious Collectibles. Dimensions 17 1/2 x 13 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Craquelure. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.