A RUSSIAN PARCEL GILT AND POLYCHROME PAINTED ICON OF THE VIRGIN OF KAZAN, 19TH CENTURY, egg and tempura on rectangular wood panel enclosing the traditionally rendered Virgin Mary with gilt halo above her covered head and robes in shades of red holding Christ as a child with hand raised in blessing on gold ground with black Cyrillic inscriptions within a red and brown banded border, reversing to a concave back affixed with certificates of authenticity attached by Cyrillic glyph stamped red wax seals. Height: 13 1/2" Width: 10 1/2" Depth: 1"

In good condition, with age cracks, losses of tempura, and chips, all expected and appropriate for the age of the work. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."