Nativity of the Virgin Icon – 1890 Palekh School, High-Quality Gilded Icon

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Nativity of the Virgin Icon – 1890 Palekh School, High-Quality Gilded Icon:
$5599.99

This exquisiteRussian icon of the Nativity of the Virgin, painted around1890 by the renowned Palekh School, represents one of the most refined examples of late Imperial Russian iconography. The scene celebrates thebirth of the Virgin Mary, the Mother of God — a feast of joy and divine grace. Saint Anne is shown resting after childbirth, attended by maidservants, while Saint Joachim looks tenderly upon the infant Mary held by holy women.

This icon stands out for itsexceptional artistic execution, displaying all the hallmarks ofPalekh mastery— elegant proportions, delicate miniature detailing, and the use ofdeep, jewel-like colorsenhanced by intricate gold ornamentation. Thebackground and bordersare richly gilded and decorated with elaborate enamel-style motifs, a feature reserved for the finest icons of the period.

The composition glows with harmony and spiritual warmth, making it not only a sacred image but also awork of art of museum-level quality, distinguished by its rarity, refinement, and grace.

Details

Subject:The Nativity of the Virgin
Origin:Russia, Palekh School, circa 1890
Medium:Egg tempera and gilding on gessoed wood panel with enamel-style ornamentation
Dimensions:31.2 × 26.8 cm (≈12.3 × 10.6 inches)
Condition:Excellent preserved antique condition with bright gilding, vivid colors, and minor age-related patina

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