Romanian Orthodox Gouache Icons Including "The Virgin of Mercy"
Item Details
Wood Panel
Unsigned
A pair of Romanian Orthodox gouache icons on wood panel including The Virgin of Mercy and The Dormition of the Virgin. Featured is a small icon called The Dormition of the Virgin depicting the Virgin Mary near death as the apostles gather around her. An label on the back state this piece was made in Tulcea, Romania. Included is an icon titled The Virgin of Mercy depicting the Virgin Mary holding Jesus as their cheeks tough and he reaches for his cloak. A label to the verso states this piece was made in Bucharest, Romania.
Condition
- chips along edges of both pieces; crack at bottom center of largest piece; residue throughout larger piece; residue and wear throughout verso of both pieces; toning and wear to labels on verso of both pieces.
Dimensions
- measures largest ground.
Item #
18WDC062-129