Ancient hand-painted Russian icon Pantocrator restored with decorations 36x29 cm
Ancient hand-painted Russian icon Pantocrator restored with decorations 36x29 cm. This religious icon shows Christ Pantocrator in a frontal and blessing pose, typical of the Orthodox/Byzantine tradition. Christ wears a light robe, decorated with curlicues, and holds the Gospel in his left hand, while he blesses the faithful with his right. His halo is engraved with the Greek letters meaning He Who Is, and his face profoundly expresses incarnate divinity, a recurring theme in representations of C...
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Ancient hand-painted Russian icon Pantocrator restored with decorations 36x29 cm. This religious icon shows Christ Pantocrator in a frontal and blessing pose, typical of the Orthodox/Byzantine tradition. Christ wears a light robe, decorated with curlicues, and holds the Gospel in his left hand, while he blesses the faithful with his right. His halo is engraved with the Greek letters meaning He Who Is, and his face profoundly expresses incarnate divinity, a recurring theme in representations of Christ Pantocrator through the centuries. His physical features are also distinctive: bob hair parted in the center, broad forehead, thick eyebrows, and large, thoughtful eyes.This orthodox icon emphasizes the universal greatness of Christ, unlike other versions which may show the Gospel open, following the Orthodox Church's preference to expose significant texts to the faithful.
Subjects: Pantokrator.Origin: Choluy Russia.Technique: Egg tempera.Materials: Wood - levkas.Measurements: 36x29 cm.Period: 19th century, restored, 21st century.This icon is accompanied by a protective transport case and includes a certificate of authenticity issued by an expert.
