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Russia, ca. 18th to early 19th century CE. A wondrously touching Russian Orthodox icon depicting Mary holding Jesus after he was taken from the Cross. This scene from the life of Christ inspired countless paintings and sculptures representing the glorious Pieta, including my favorites: the reknowned Michelangelo marble masterpiece housed in St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City (1498-1499) and the breathtaking painting by William-Adolphe Bougereau (1876); sadly Bougereau was inspired by the death of his eldest son (unfortunately the first of four of five children he lost) when he created his painting. Here we see the Virgin holding her recently deposed son from behind, her hands supporting his lifeless body across the chest, his gaunt body with ribs delineated, eyes closed, and hands crossed connoting an ironic peace. The composition is painted on a vertical (portrait orientated) panel with an integral, raised frame/border surrounding it. Back slats used to prevent warping indicate that this piece dates prior to 1880-1890 CE. A fine example! Size: 12.25" L x 10.5" W (31.1 cm x 26.7 cm)

Provenance: Ex- Estate of M. Reiniger, Chicago, IL

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  • Condition: Surface shows its age with wear and losses particularly to the peripheries as shown.

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