Antique Russian Icon of Saints Peter and Paul 17th Century, 31x25 cm
Antique Russian orthodox icon depicting Saints Peter and Paul, pillars of the Church. Both saints are standing and easily recognizable by Orthodox iconographic style. In the center, Jesus is depicted reigning in Heaven. The feast of the two saints is celebrated on June 29th, honoring the greatness of these two apostles. Saint Peter is the rock on which Jesus founded the Church, while Saint Paul is the apostle of the gentiles. Delivered in an elegant blue velvet box and accompanied by a certifica...
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Antique Russian orthodox icon depicting Saints Peter and Paul, pillars of the Church. Both saints are standing and easily recognizable by Orthodox iconographic style. In the center, Jesus is depicted reigning in Heaven. The feast of the two saints is celebrated on June 29th, honoring the greatness of these two apostles. Saint Peter is the rock on which Jesus founded the Church, while Saint Paul is the apostle of the gentiles. Delivered in an elegant blue velvet box and accompanied by a certificate. Origin: Central Russia. Technique: egg tempera. Materials: wood, levkas. Actual measurements: 31.2x25 cm. Period: 17th century.
