Icon - Christ Pantocrator, Smolensk - Silver - Russian

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Justus Heutink
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Description from the seller

Russian icon of the Teaching Christ with a repoussé silver oklad – Russia, 18th century, partially restored.

Large Russian Orthodox icon depicting the Teaching Christ standing, blessing with His right hand and holding an open faience Gospel bearing the Slavic inscription: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28).
The composition is enriched by two relief angels and a scene of faithful on the lower right.

The icon is covered with a repoussé and chased silver oklad with rich floral decoration. Three maker’s marks “Т.В.” (T.V.) are present on the oklad.
The original painting shows a beautiful patina with a network of craquelure in keeping with its age.

Dimensions: 33 × 28.5 cm.

Overall good condition, with wear and patina consistent with age.

The photos are an integral part of the item description and complement its presentation. They allow you to assess its condition and features. Please examine them carefully before placing any bid.

The item will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.

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Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Russian icon of the Teaching Christ with a repoussé silver oklad – Russia, 18th century, partially restored.

Large Russian Orthodox icon depicting the Teaching Christ standing, blessing with His right hand and holding an open faience Gospel bearing the Slavic inscription: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28).
The composition is enriched by two relief angels and a scene of faithful on the lower right.

The icon is covered with a repoussé and chased silver oklad with rich floral decoration. Three maker’s marks “Т.В.” (T.V.) are present on the oklad.
The original painting shows a beautiful patina with a network of craquelure in keeping with its age.

Dimensions: 33 × 28.5 cm.

Overall good condition, with wear and patina consistent with age.

The photos are an integral part of the item description and complement its presentation. They allow you to assess its condition and features. Please examine them carefully before placing any bid.

The item will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.

Happy bidding

Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Iconography
Smolensk, Christ Pantocrator
Gross weight
0 g
Specific region of origin
Moscou
Title additional information
Russian
Number of objects
1
Material
Silver
Country of origin
Russia
Height
33 cm
Width
28.5 cm
Depth
1 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1750-1800
BelgiumVerified
1709
Objects sold
99.46%
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