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THB20th C. Russian Icon w/ St. George, Princess, & Dragon
Lot 142
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Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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Eastern Europe, Russia, ca. early 20th century CE. Finely delineated in egg tempera and gesso on wood, a beautiful icon depicting Saint George atop a white horse as he plunges his lance into the winged dragon below. The Princess Elisaba sits just behind him, also mounting the noble steed; note how she is depicted in a much smaller scale than our hero in order to emphasize George as the main character of this legendary narrative. The crust of the earth appears to open below them, while a pair of large mountains rises in the background, highlighted by the shimmery copper hue of the sky. Crowned with a halo, the saint gazes downward at the defeated beast, displaying a naturalistic visage and curly coiffure as his lengthy, red cape blows behind him in the wind. The saint's name is inscribed in Cyrillic at the top of the piece. Size: 9.6" W x 11.7" H (24.4 cm x 29.7 cm)
Saint George was born in Lydda in Palestine during the 3rd century CE. He became an officer in the Roman army in the guard of Emperor Diocletian, demonstrating impressive skill in battle and receiving high honor for his courage. When he learned that Diocletian was preparing to persecute Christians, George presented himself publicly before the emperor and denounced him. The legend of "Saint George and the Dragon," which originated in the 12th century, has immortalized the saint. However, this anecdote is rarely presented in iconography. According to tradition, St. George came to Silene in the province of Libya, where a ravaging dragon demanded daily sacrifice. Fate chose the king's daughter, Elisaba, but George subdued the beast. He told the princess to fasten her sash about the dragon's neck so it could be led through the town for conversion of the people before it was killed.
Icons (icon means "image" in Greek) are sacred objects within the Eastern Orthodox Christian tradition. Found in homes as well as churches, these painted images depict holy persons and saints as well as illustrate scenes from the Scriptures. Icons are not worshiped but are instead venerated for their ability to focus the power of an individual's prayer to God. As such they are truly "windows into heaven."
Provenance: private New Jersey, USA collection
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#167317Expected nicks, chips, and abrasions, commensurate with age. Some old inactive insect holes in areas of border, periphery, and verso. Otherwise, excellent with nice remains of pigment. Metal hook to top for suspension.Condition
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