Old Masters, British & European Paintings - 12th September 2017

Lot 299

Russian School 18/19th Century Icon of The Hagia Sophia or Holy Wisdom

Estimate £200 - £300 | Hammer £380

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Description

Russian School 18/19th Century

Icon of The Hagia Sophia or Holy Wisdom, Christ as the holy wisdom flanked by the Mother of God and St. John the Baptist

Painted and gilded on panel

27 x 22cm; 10½ x 8¾in

Provenance:

From the Collection of the late Dr. Venetia Newall (President of the Folklore Society)