RUSSIAN ICON OF CHRIST, THE HOLY FACE (19th century or earlier). Tempera on wood panel. Icon depicts the an image of Christ's head with a cruciform halo on a cloth . Note: In Catholic tradition, the Holy Face image is known as the Veil of Veronica and relates to the legend when Veronica gave a towel to Christ to wipe His face off sweat and blood during the Road to Golgotha. Orthodox icon of Christ differs from the Catholic image in the absence of a crown of thorns. - Approx. 14 x 11.5 inches Estimate $200-300
