Russian Icon, 19th century - Jesus Christ in the clouds over 4 chosen Saints.
1st from left is Saint Leonid of Chersones.
2nd from left's is Saint Feodosiy of Chernigov
3rd from left is Saint Nicholas and
on the right is Saint Lavr.
This icon was made (by all accounts) in the first half of the 19th century according to the prescribed method of the Orthodox Church. The technique is called "tempera" on wood, is hand-painted and then finished with gold leaf. The general scene is highly detailed.
There are two (minor) damages due to age in two places (see photos).
Otherwise it is still in very good condition.
Hanging system on the back.
Dimensions: 26.5 cm x 30.5 cm x 2 cm.
Weight: 1110 grams.
At the bottom right there is a piece broken off and at the top right there is a very small damage at the edge.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsMulti ColorMaterialWood, GoldNumber of items1First ownerYesHeight31 cmWidth27 cmDepth2 cmSigns of usageChipped