Russian Christ Pantocrator sacred icon 19th century 40x34 cm restored
Russian Christ Pantocrator sacred icon 19th century 40x34 cm restored. Typical of Byzantine art, Christ Pantocrator is portrayed in the act of blessing. In fact, we see the right hand raised with the thumb and ring finger together. He is depicted in a frontal position and holds the Gospel in his left hand. The latter, open, is turned towards the gaze of the faithful and bears phrases from the text of Matthew.Christ's expression is hieratic and severe. On the halo (Nimbo) the Greek letters meanin...
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Russian Christ Pantocrator sacred icon 19th century 40x34 cm restored. Typical of Byzantine art, Christ Pantocrator is portrayed in the act of blessing. In fact, we see the right hand raised with the thumb and ring finger together. He is depicted in a frontal position and holds the Gospel in his left hand. The latter, open, is turned towards the gaze of the faithful and bears phrases from the text of Matthew.Christ's expression is hieratic and severe. On the halo (Nimbo) the Greek letters meaning ''He who is''.There are icons that show Christ Pantocrator with the Gospel closed, however this type of depiction appears on rare occasions. More often the Orthodox Church preferred to have the faithful read phrases considered important for the Christian Liturgy.Subject: Christ PantocratorOrigin: Choluy-RussiaTechnique: egg temperaMaterials: wood-levkasPeriod: 19th centuryRestoration date: 21st centuryMeasurements: 40x34x2 cm.The icon includes a protective box and assessment by an expert.
