Russian Icon Depicting Archangel Michael

Description:

Russian Icon Depicting Archangel Michael, early 19th century, the kovcheg panel with central image of the archangel riding a red winged horse, flanked by four saints and with Jesus Christ above, 13 1/2 x 12 in.
Estimate $500-700

Panel slightly warped, with worming and varnish to reverse. Scattered craquelure and loss to paint and gilt. With vertical cracks that correspond to cracks in the panel.


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