Bidspirit auction | ANTIQUE RUSSIAN ORTHODOX BEHEADING OF

ANTIQUE RUSSIAN ORTHODOX BEHEADING OF JOHN ICON - An antique Russian Orthodox wooden painted icon. On the left is John holding an open scroll and being led from his prison by a soldier, to the right, John leans forward with his hands tied before him, behind him is a soldier raising a sword. In the upper center, is Jesus Christ. Holds the inscription in Church Slavonic on the upper border Beheading of St. John the Forerunner. Tempera and gold leaf on the kovcheg wood board. Circa the 19th century. Antique Russian Orthodox Icons For Collectors. Dimensions: 13 1/4 x 10 1/4 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition: Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Some of the paint has chipped off. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.