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This icon is part of the archived collection and is no longer available.
A powerful and deeply symbolic Deesis composition, centered on Christ enthroned as the Divine Judge and Teacher, holding the Gospel and offering a gesture of blessing. Flanked by the Mother of God and St. John the Baptist in intercession, this sacred arrangement reflects one of the most important theological themes in Orthodox iconography — the eternal plea for mercy before Christ. Above, the presence of archangels reinforces the heavenly hierarchy, while the balanced composition and solemn expressions convey a quiet spiritual authority. The icon preserves its traditional structure and iconographic integrity, executed in hand-painted tempera on a wooden panel, embodying the devotional spirit of the Russian Imperial period. Marked by honest age - including natural craquelure, surface wear, and a beautifully aged patina — the icon carries the unmistakable character of time. Its presence remains strong and contemplative, offering not only artistic value but a profound spiritual resonance shaped over more than a century. We are honored to have placed this meaningful piece into the hands of a dedicated collector who truly appreciates its history and significance. “𝔒𝔩𝔡 𝔴𝔬𝔬𝔡 𝔠𝔞𝔯𝔯𝔦𝔢𝔰 𝔥𝔬𝔩𝔶 𝔰𝔱𝔬𝔯𝔦𝔢𝔰”
