Icon - Wood - Christ with saints

An ancient 19th-century Russian icon depicting Christ with saints and the Mother of God, measuring 35.5 x 30.5 cm. Although the inscriptions in ancient ecclesiastical Slavonic on the side cartouches are partially worn by the aging of the painting layer, the features and garments of the six figures (three on the left and three on the right) allow identifying the categories typical of Russian Menologion and Synaxarion: Saints Bishops and Fathers of the Church: Recognizable by formal liturgical vestments, such as the omophorion (the long stole with crosses) and the Gospel book held in the hands. They represent doctrinal guidance and defense of the true faith. Monks and Ascetics (Venerables - Prepodobnye): Figures dressed in the dark monastic habit, often with the head covered by the hood (koukoulion) or the long beard, depicted in a posture of deep humility. They represent the model of pure prayer and detachment from the world. Holy Women or Martyrs: Often placed in the lower panels or on the right side, characterized by light veils and colorful mantles, testifying to sacrifice and daily devotion. These panels create a true communion of the saints cosmic, in which the heavenly Church watches over and protects the earthly Church gathered in prayer before the icon.

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