Decorative Arts & Design

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LOT 671

Lot 671

Veneto-Cretan School Icon of Christ 'The Fearsome Eye', after Emmanuel Tzanes (1610-1690), 17th century

Veneto-Cretan School Icon of Christ 'The Fearsome Eye', after Emmanuel Tzanes (1610-1690), 17th century
Lot 671 Details
Veneto-Cretan School Icon of Christ 'The Fearsome Eye', after Emmanuel Tzanes (1610-1690), 17th century

egg tempera and gilding on gessoed hardwood panel, the ornately punched nimbus with foliate scrolling motif, in a Byzantine style parcel gilt frame with a trailing grapevine interspersed with a repeated circular motif of crosses and leaves
17.7 x 16.1 in — 45 x 41 cm; panel 13.4 x 11.6 in — 34 x 29.5 cm

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $1,875
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Veneto-Cretan School Icon of Christ 'The Fearsome Eye', after Emmanuel Tzanes (1610-1690), 17th century
  • Veneto-Cretan School Icon of Christ 'The Fearsome Eye', after Emmanuel Tzanes (1610-1690), 17th century
  • Veneto-Cretan School Icon of Christ 'The Fearsome Eye', after Emmanuel Tzanes (1610-1690), 17th century

CONDITION DETAILS

In good condition

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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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