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A RUSSIAN ICON OF THE FIERY ASCENT OF ELIJAH THE PROPHET, 19TH CENTURY

The central figure of prophet Elijah being fed by a raven is surrounded by life scenes with the main one on on top where Elijah gives his cloak to Elisha while ascending into heaven in a fiery chariot. Egg tempera, gold leaf, and gesso on wood panel. With raised border kovcheg. Two insert splints on the back. 66.7 x 57.8 cm (26 1/4 x 22 3/4 in.)

Estimate: $4,000 – $6,000

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