Orthodox icon of Saint George slaying the dragon, Russia, 19 - Lot 99

Orthodox icon of Saint George slaying the dragon, Russia, 19th century An Orthodox icon painted in tempera on a wooden panel depicting Saint George on horseback, clad in a flowing red cloak, slaying the dragon with his lance according to traditional Eastern iconography. An angel appears in the upper part of the composition, bringing the martyr’s crown. The ochre background and stylized mountainous reliefs are characteristic of the visual style of popular 19th-century Russian workshops. Signs of wear, abrasions, losses, and alterations to the paint layer consistent with the work’s age. The reverse side shows signs of prolonged devotional use. Details: Height: 23 cm – Width: 17.5 cm – Weight: 0.150 kg.