Bidspirit auction | ANTIQUE RUSSIAN ORTHODOX ICON OF

ANTIQUE RUSSIAN ORTHODOX ICON OF JOHN THE BAPTIST - An antique Russian Orthodox icon of John the Baptist. The icon depicts Saint John the Baptist, a Judaean preacher active in the area of the Jordan River in the early 1st century AD, with the Christ Child in a chalice as the Lamb of God. Tempera and gold on a wooden panel. John the Baptist is also known as Saint John the Forerunner in Eastern Orthodoxy. Circa the late 19th century. Antique Russian Orthodox Icons And Religious Collectibles. Dimensions Overall W 11 1/2 x H 14 1/8 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of wear and Age. Refer to photos. Sold as is.