01-14-201201-14-2012
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2579BBoston
January 14, 2012 10:00 AMCalender
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Russian Icon of Michael Arkhistrategos

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$1,422$1,200
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2579BLocation: BostonDate / Time: January 14, 2012 10:00AM

Description:

Russian Icon of Michael Arkhistrategos, late 19th/early 20th century, with central scene of Archangel Michael defeating Satan from a winged horse, while carrying a lance and book, and with a trumpet extended from his mouth, with Christ Immanuel before the Hetimasia at upper left, with gilded ornamental border, 12 5/8 x 10 1/4 in.
Estimate $400-600

Craquelure, extensive wear and loss to gilt, panel slightly warped.

Keywords

Michael Arkhistrategos, Christ Immanuel