Russian Icon Unexpected Joy on Antique Panel, 37x30 cm
Russian Icon Unexpected Joy on antique panel 37x30 cm. Inspired by the story of the holy bishop Dimitrij of Rostov, this orthodox icon depicts a sinner who, praying before a Madonna icon, receives the gift of repentance and divine mercy, finding unexpected joy. The depiction shows the sinner kneeling on the left, while the Madonna with the Child appears on the top right. The inscription at the bottom contains the beginning of the story written by Dimitrij of Rostov.
Origin: Moscow, Russia.
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Russian Icon Unexpected Joy on antique panel 37x30 cm. Inspired by the story of the holy bishop Dimitrij of Rostov, this orthodox icon depicts a sinner who, praying before a Madonna icon, receives the gift of repentance and divine mercy, finding unexpected joy. The depiction shows the sinner kneeling on the left, while the Madonna with the Child appears on the top right. The inscription at the bottom contains the beginning of the story written by Dimitrij of Rostov.
Origin: Moscow, Russia.
Technique: egg tempera on wood with levkas preparation.
Dimensions: 37x30 cm.
Period: 19th century, restored in the 21st century.
Handcrafted to express a message of grace and hope, this icon keeps alive the tradition of Russian sacred art. Delivered with a certificate of authenticity and a brief history explaining its spiritual meaning.
