Russian icon Our Lady of Kazan hand painted 30x40 cm
Russian icon Our Lady of Kazan hand painted 36x30 cm.This religious icon is hand made and produced by Russian artists, according to the principles of the Byzantine-Russian school of icons. The actual dimensions are: 36 cm for the height and 30 cm for the width. The Our Lady of Kazan icon is covered with gold leaf on solid lime wood.This is a faithful reproduction of one of the most famous originals of the 18th century. On the back, there is a stamped guarantee certificate, a small story about th...
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Russian icon Our Lady of Kazan hand painted 36x30 cm.This religious icon is hand made and produced by Russian artists, according to the principles of the Byzantine-Russian school of icons. The actual dimensions are: 36 cm for the height and 30 cm for the width. The Our Lady of Kazan icon is covered with gold leaf on solid lime wood.This is a faithful reproduction of one of the most famous originals of the 18th century. On the back, there is a stamped guarantee certificate, a small story about the icon depicted and a hook for hanging.The provenance of the icon is connected to a fact of 1579, when it appeared to a girl in a dream. The icon was found in the indicated hiding place and taken to the local Cathedral, where it became famous for its miracles. It is perhaps the most loved and revered icon of ancient Russia. Furthermore, the four evangelists are present at the margins.The craquelé technique is used and gives the icon an ancient touch. Made in Russia.