0260 Virgin of Smolensk
£2,300
0260 Virgin of Smolensk
Russian
18cent. 30.5×25.x2.7 cms
One of Russia’s most famous miracle icons it generated its greatest popular support after being credited with its presence inspiring Russia troops to Victory at Borodino in 1812.
It is a “Hodegetria” type with The Christ Child sitting on the Virgin’s lap holding a scroll, whilst She present Him to the world.
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