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19th Century Russian Icon of John the Baptist -  On wood panel. Christ called John ”the greatest man ever born, ” and so his image is very prominent in Orthodox churches. He usually appears beside Christ on the iconostasis or standing in prayer near Him, opposite the Theotokos. 13.75 x 17.25 inches   Please refer to images for the best determination of the condition.