Lot 93
  • 93

A Russian Icon of the Prophet Elijah, His Life in the Desert, and His Fiery Ascent to Heaven, 19th century

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • tempera on panel
  • 12 1/2 x 10 1/2 in., 31.8 x 26.7 cm
the prophet Elijah at center in the upper register, carried off in a whirlwind by chariots and horses of fire, while his disciple Elisha kneels at right to receive the saint's cloak, at left Elijah is seated at the opening of a rocky cave, and Elijah and Elisha at the edge of the River Jordan

Condition

some wear, areas of loss and craquelure consistent with age
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