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Large Russian Icon on Wood Panel, Late 19th Century

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:400.00 USD Estimated At:800.00 - 1,200.00 USD
Large Russian Icon on Wood Panel, Late 19th Century
Possibly once part of an altar; oil on thick panel, depicting St. Jacob and St. Simon, the border and background tracery is carved and gilt. The slightly curved panel is formed of two vertical boards joined with two inset wood horizontal braces. Inscription on back includes: "Jacob Zavedeev(?)". 44 1/4in. x 22 1/4in. x 1 1/4in. Condition: Overall good; areas of slight wear/chipping/cracking on the figures; the bottom with an approx. 3 1/2in. crack and some chipping, and a piece of gilt appox. 1in. long on the bottom edge chipped off (but present). Note: Large for shipping.