RUSSIAN ICON OF THE CRUCIFIXION WITH SAINTS,First half 19th century. Tempera and gesso on wood panel. Centered with an enamelled brass traveling icon, surrounded by images of saints, including St. Boniface, St. Eudokia, St. Basil, St. Nicholas. St. Elizabeth and St. Simeon - 15 1/4 in. x 13 1/4 in. Estimate $5,000-7,000
PROVENANCE: Purchased in Jerusalem, early 1990s; Collection of Dr. G.R. Kastner
EXHIBITED: A Distinct Grace: Lutheran Brotherhood Collection of Religious Art and Religious Icons from a Private Collection, August 29-October 5, Olin Gallery, Roanoke College, Salem, Virginia
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