5. The Saviour Enthroned in Glory

Details

Russian, around 1800, Palekh
31.4 x 26.5 cms

Provenance:
Private collection, Hungary.

Description:
Christ is seated on a richly ornamented gold coloured Byzantine throne on a red and green cushion, symbols for his dual nature, the divine and human. His feet rest upon a footrest. He makes the typical gesture of blessing and holds an open Bible.

Christ is depicted as Saviour, the almighty ruler of heaven and earth, the beginning and the end.

The initials of Jesus Christ, IC XC, are written next to his halo. The text Gospodj Vsederzitel, ‘Lord Almighty’, has been written above his throne.