Protection of the Mother of God, Russian icon on antique wood, restored, 19th century, 30x25 cm
Protection of the Mother of God, Russian icon on antique wood, restored, 19th century, 32x26 cm. Russian icon of the Pokrov, hand painted and restored on an antique wood plank of the 19th century.
On 1 October, Russia celebrate the Pokrov, the Holy veil of the Mother of God, refering to the apparition of the Virgin to Father Andrew, Fool-for-Christ. According to tradition, this apparition took place when Father Andrew and few believers were locked in the Blachernae church of Constantinople, prayi...
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Protection of the Mother of God, Russian icon on antique wood, restored, 19th century, 32x26 cm. Russian icon of the Pokrov, hand painted and restored on an antique wood plank of the 19th century.
On 1 October, Russia celebrate the Pokrov, the Holy veil of the Mother of God, refering to the apparition of the Virgin to Father Andrew, Fool-for-Christ. According to tradition, this apparition took place when Father Andrew and few believers were locked in the Blachernae church of Constantinople, praying to be saved from the barbarian invasion. The Holy Virgin, surrounded by angels, took of her veil (maphorion) and spread it over the believers. The veil remained over their heads as symbol of protection.
This icon is divided in two principal zones. Above, the Virgin Mary is represented with raised hands, holding a piece of fabric on her arms, the Veil (Pokrov). On her sides, several angels and Saints are painted. Below her, there is a representation of Saint Romanos the Melodist, author of many religious hymns, also celebrated on 1 October.
Icon hand painted with egg tempera by Russian masters.
Delivered with certificate of authenticity.
