Lot 0272
Russian Icon Depicting the Holy Martyrs Gurias, Samonas, and Aviv, 2nd Half 19th Century
Estimate: 300-400€
Icon of the Holy Martyrs Gurias, Samonas, and Aviv
Russia, second half of the 19th century
Tempera on wood
Dimensions: 18 × 14.8 × 2 cm.
A finely painted Russian icon depicting the Holy Martyrs Gurias, Samonas, and Aviv, known as early Christian saints and patrons of faithful marriage. At the top, Christ Emmanuel appears in blessing, emphasizing the heavenly approval of the martyrs’ steadfast faith. Executed in the precise and elegant style typical of Russian provincial iconography of the late 19th century.
Starting price: 250€
Estimate: 300-400€
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