Wilton, CT
Details
- Dimensions
- 11ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 12ʺH
- Styles
- Religious
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Art Subjects
- Portrait
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Metal
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gold
- Condition Notes
- Wonderful condition throughout. Wonderful condition throughout. less
- Description
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Russian icons originated in Eastern Orthodox Christianity after Kievan Rus' adopted the faith in 988 AD. They were initially based …
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Russian icons originated in Eastern Orthodox Christianity after Kievan Rus' adopted the faith in 988 AD. They were initially based on Byzantine artistic standards, but over time evolved to incorporate local styles.
While they are essentially paintings of religious figures, they were not viewed as art. It wasn't until Western influence was brought into Russia that painting was even considered a form of art. In the eyes of Russia, icons were much more than art, they were a window to God – a window that connects heaven and earth. less
Wilton, CT
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