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Christ Pantocrator, A silver-gilt and cloisonné enamel Russian Icon

Creator: The Holy Bible / Biblical
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Christ Pantocrator, A silver-gilt and cloisonné enamel Russian Icon
Moscow, 1892
Icon: 23.5cm high x 20cm wide x 4cm depth.
Case: 26.5cm high x 23cm wide x 7cm depth.

This exceptional piece is a silver and enamel Russian Icon depicting Christ Pantocrator, 'the almighty,' or 'all-powerful,' a popular and enduring depiction of Christ characteristic of Orthodox and Eastern European Christianity. It is fully hallmarked and contains the maker's mark, 'Ye.K' in Cyrillic - the enamel halo is further inscribed - and it is crafted from gilt silver and cloisonné enamel.

It is set within a glazed oak, shadowbox and kiot frame, and has a decoratively carved lining which is also gilt. It was made in Moscow in 1892, and show Christ holding his right hand up in a gesture of blessing while his left holds out an open Bible. A blue and instantly recognisably Russian halo is placed behind Christ's head, who is excellently rendered; the silver-gilding and the enamel is executed with great artistic skill and finesse.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Russia
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Silver-gilt, Cloisonné enamel.
Creation Date:	1892
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	17085
Incollect Reference #:	577728

Dimensions

W.	9.06 in;	H.	10.43 in;	D.	2.76 in;
W.	23 cm;	H.	26.5 cm;	D.	7 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.