Orthodox icon of the Virgin of Kazan with the Infant Jesus, - Lot 96

Orthodox icon of the Virgin of Kazan with the Infant Jesus, Russia, 19th century Orthodox icon painted in tempera on a wooden panel depicting the Virgin of Kazan (Kazanskaya), one of the most venerated images of the Virgin Mary in the Russian tradition. The Virgin is depicted in a bust portrait, tilting her head slightly toward the Infant Jesus, who is blessing with his right hand. Inscriptions in Cyrillic identify the Mother of God and Christ. Executed according to Orthodox iconographic canons, this work features a subdued color palette dominated by shades of red and green. Signs of wear, craquelure, small areas of missing paint, and alterations to the support are consistent with the piece’s age and devotional use. Details: Height: 35 cm – Width: 26.5 cm – Weight: 1.170 kg.