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A remarkable Russian Orthodox icon depicting the Dormition of the Most Holy Mother of God (Uspenie), one of the Twelve Great Feasts and among the most revered Marian subjects in Orthodox Christianity. The composition portrays the Virgin Mary resting upon her bier, surrounded by the Apostles and holy hierarchs, while Christ stands above holding her soul, symbolized as a swaddled infant, proclaiming her passage into eternal glory. Hand-painted in traditional egg tempera on an original multi-plank wooden panel, the icon is distinguished by its beautifully engraved gilded background and refined provincial craftsmanship. The harmonious composition, elegant figures, and centuries-old patina reflect the enduring spiritual and artistic traditions of Russian icon painting during the transition from the late 18th to the early 19th century. Retaining its original panel construction with sliding battens, this impressive large-format icon embodies both historical authenticity and devotional significance. Its strong presence, important subject, and genuine period character make it a highly desirable acquisition for collectors of Russian Orthodox art. Condition: Overall good antique condition with expected age-related wear, scattered paint losses, a stable vertical age crack to the panel, and minor abrasions consistent with centuries of devotional use. The original gilding, panel, and historical character remain well preserved.
