"The Mother of God of Bogolyubov"
Around 1900 St. Petersburg
Size: 31,8x26x3,4cm Technique & Material: Board, gesso ground, mixed technique, drying oil.
Description: Style of painting of this icon is Russian Art Nouveau. Iconography in the style of art nouveau was very short-term phenomenon. This style was for about 20 years (1890-1910) thats why every icon of this style has high collectible value. Mother of God of Bogolyubov - is the icon, which is revered by the Russian Orthodox Church, and is written in the 12th century by the order of Alexander Bogolyubsky in memory of the Mother of God, who appeared to him.
This icon is one of the most ancient icons of traditional Russian origin, which are revered as miracle-working icons.
High Resolution Images: fragments.
Price:1350 EUR .-