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)