Bidspirit auction | ANTIQUE RUSSIAN ICON OF CHRIST

ANTIQUE RUSSIAN ICON OF CHRIST BLESSED IN SILENCE - An antique Russian icon depicts the Savior of the Blessed Silence, a unique iconographic type where Jesus Christ is represented as a beardless, winged angel. This specific image identifies Christ as the Angel of Great Counsel from the prophecy of Isaiah. Mixed media painting: egg tempera, gesso, and levkas on a wood board. Titled in Church Slavonic in the upper part. Russian Christian Religious Items and Collectibles. Dimensions 11 1/2 x 9 in. All measurements are approximate Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Craquelure. Small chips. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.