Lot 139 | ANTIQUE RUSSIAN HAND PAINTED ICON OF PELICAN ALLEGORY

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Lot 0139: ANTIQUE RUSSIAN HAND PAINTED ICON OF PELICAN ALLEGORY

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An antique Russian or Ukrainian Orthodox icon of the Pelican Allegory. Mixed media painting: egg tempera, gesso, and levkas on a wood board. The image of the Savior in the form of a Pelican is based on the idea of the Gospel: self sacrifice, deification through the communion of the Body and Blood of Christ. The pelican is a symbol of eternal life, resurrection and love for children. Inscribed in Church Slavonic, lower to the center. Circa: the second half of the 19th century. Antique Russian Religious Items and Collectibles.

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Lot 0139: ANTIQUE RUSSIAN HAND PAINTED ICON OF PELICAN ALLEGORY

Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold as is.

16 in. x 11 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.

Auction Date

June 22th, 2024

PRICE WITH BUYER PREMIUM

$1,792.00