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A remarkable late 18th-century Russian Orthodox Festal Icon depicting the Twelve Great Feasts surrounding the magnificent central scene of the Resurrection (Descent into Hades / Anastasis). This sacred composition beautifully summarizes the principal events of Christ's earthly life and the liturgical calendar, making it one of the most cherished subjects in Orthodox iconography. Hand-painted in traditional egg tempera on an original multi-plank wooden panel, the icon displays the refined craftsmanship of a provincial Russian workshop. The balanced composition, harmonious color palette, and authentic centuries-old patina reflect both its artistic quality and enduring devotional significance. The original panel retains its historic construction with original battens, while the natural craquelure, age-related wear, and honest paint losses enhance its authenticity and testify to generations of reverence. A fine and desirable example for collectors seeking genuine Russian ecclesiastical art from the late 18th century. Condition: Overall good antique condition with age-related wear, scattered paint losses, surface abrasions, and a stable vertical age crack consistent with its period. The icon retains its original character, authentic patina, and historical integrity.
