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Madonna and Child

Madonna and Child

Unidentified Artist

Russian

Ancient icon with jeweled and silver "raiza" in state of disintegration. Very primitive. Incredibly intricate bead work on fine cambric with delicate wire and pearl work. Tartar influence. Moscow School. (Dorothy Skobelev, August 1978)

Tempera on linden wood

Paintings