0266jra The Virgin of Smolensk

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.