Icon Painting Collection (#4)

The Presentation of Jesus at the Temple, 17th century. Artist: Russian icon
The Presentation of Jesus at the Temple, 17th century. From a private collection

Saint Macarius of Unzha, Early 20th cen Artist: Russian icon
Saint Macarius of Unzha, Early 20th cen.. From a private collection

Saint John the Forerunner and Saint Olympia the Deaconess, End of 19th cen Artist: Russian icon
Saint John the Forerunner and Saint Olympia the Deaconess, End of 19th cen.. From a private collection

Saint John the Forerunner, Second Half of the 17th cen Artist: Russian icon
Saint John the Forerunner, Second Half of the 17th cen.. From a private collection

Mother of God of Siloam, 1710s. Artist: Russian icon
Mother of God of Siloam, 1710s. From a private collection

Mother of God of the Burning Bush, 17th century. Artist: Russian icon
Mother of God of the Burning Bush, 17th century. From a private collection

The Virgin of Vladimir, Last quarter of 15th cen Artist: Russian icon
The Virgin of Vladimir, Last quarter of 15th cen.. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

The Nativity of Christ, Second Half of the 17th cen Artist: Russian icon
The Nativity of Christ, Second Half of the 17th cen.. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

The Virgin Hodegetria, Early 18th cen Artist: Grek, Yegor Ivanovich (active 1720s)
The Virgin Hodegetria, Early 18th cen.. From a private collection

Saint George and the Dragon, Second half of the16th cen Artist: Ancient Russian Art
Saint George and the Dragon, Second half of the16th cen.. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Gallery, Vologda

The Virgin Hodegetria of Smolensk with Saints Abraham of Smolensk und Mercurius of Smolensk, 1722. Artist: Russian icon
The Virgin Hodegetria of Smolensk with Saints Abraham of Smolensk und Mercurius of Smolensk, 1722. Found in the collection of the National Art Museum of Belorussian Republik, Minsk

The Mother of God Joy of All Who Sorrow, End of 17th cen Artist: Russian icon
The Mother of God Joy of All Who Sorrow, End of 17th cen.. From a private collection

Saint Modestus, Patriarch of Jerusalem with scenes from his life, End of 17th cen Artist: Russian icon
Saint Modestus, Patriarch of Jerusalem with scenes from his life, End of 17th cen.. From a private collection

The Raising of Lazarus, 1660s. Artist: Russian icon
The Raising of Lazarus, 1660s. From a private collection

The Nativity of Christ, End of 17th cen Artist: Russian icon
The Nativity of Christ, End of 17th cen.. From a private collection

Venerable Adrian of Poshekhonye, 18th century. Artist: Russian icon
Venerable Adrian of Poshekhonye, 18th century. From a private collection

Saint Paraskeva Pyatnitsa, Early 17th cen Artist: Russian icon
Saint Paraskeva Pyatnitsa, Early 17th cen.. Found in the collection of the Monastery of the Caves, Kiev

Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 1447. Artist: Russian icon
Holy Mandylion (The Vernicle), 1447. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

The Miracle of Florus and Laurus, End of 17th cen Artist: Russian icon
The Miracle of Florus and Laurus, End of 17th cen.. From a private collection

The Theotokos of Tikhvin, 1711. Artist: Russian icon
The Theotokos of Tikhvin, 1711. From a private collection

The Nativity of the Virgin, Mid of the 19th cen Artist: Russian icon
The Nativity of the Virgin, Mid of the 19th cen.. From a private collection

The Hexameron, Early 19th cen Artist: Russian icon
The Hexameron, Early 19th cen.. From a private collection

The Descent into Hell, with Selected Saints, End of 17th cen Artist: Russian icon
The Descent into Hell, with Selected Saints, End of 17th cen.. From a private collection

The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist with the Feodorovskaya Mother of God, Early 17th cen Artist: Russian icon
The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist with the Feodorovskaya Mother of God, Early 17th cen.. From a private collection

The Nativity of the Virgin, End of 17th cen Artist: Russian icon
The Nativity of the Virgin, End of 17th cen.. From a private collection

The Old Testament Trinity, 1690. Artist: Nikitin, Gury (1620-1691)
The Old Testament Trinity, 1690. From a private collection

The Protection of the Mother of God (Pokrov), Second Half of the 15th cen Artist: Russian icon
The Protection of the Mother of God (Pokrov), Second Half of the 15th cen.. Found in the collection of the State Museum of Architecture, History and Art, Vladimir

The Entry of Christ into Jerusalem, 1497. Artist: Russian icon
The Entry of Christ into Jerusalem, 1497. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

The Transfiguration of Jesus, 1497. Artist: Russian icon
The Transfiguration of Jesus, 1497. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

The Ascension of Christ, 1497. Artist: Russian icon
The Ascension of Christ, 1497. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

The Incredulity of Saint Thomas, 1497. Artist: Russian icon
The Incredulity of Saint Thomas, 1497. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

The Descent of the Holy Spirit, 1497. Artist: Russian icon
The Descent of the Holy Spirit, 1497. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

The Virgin of Tikhvin, 16th century. Artist: Russian icon
The Virgin of Tikhvin, 16th century. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

The Annunciation, 1497. Artist: Russian icon
The Annunciation, 1497. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

Saint Daniel Stylite. From the Deesis Range, 16th century. Artist: Russian icon
Saint Daniel Stylite. From the Deesis Range, 16th century. Found in the collection of the Nativity of Virgin Cathedral in the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery, Kirillov

Christ in Majesty (Saviour of the World), 1645. Artist: Fomin, Terenty (active 1646?1670)
Christ in Majesty (Saviour of the World), 1645. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

The Archangel Gabriel, 1645. Artist: Fomin, Terenty (active 1646?1670)
The Archangel Gabriel, 1645. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

King Solomon, 1645. Artist: Fomin, Terenty (active 1646?1670)
King Solomon, 1645. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

The Saint Apostle Andrew, 1645. Artist: Fomin, Terenty (active 1646?1670)
The Saint Apostle Andrew, 1645. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

The Prophet Moses, 1645. Artist: Fomin, Terenty (active 1646?1670)
The Prophet Moses, 1645. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

The Prophet Baruch, 1645. Artist: Fomin, Terenty (active 1646?1670)
The Prophet Baruch, 1645. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

The Prophet Habakkuk, 1645. Artist: Fomin, Terenty (active 1646?1670)
The Prophet Habakkuk, 1645. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

The Prophet Aaron, 1645. Artist: Fomin, Terenty (active 1646?1670)
The Prophet Aaron, 1645. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

The Prophet Elisha, 1645. Artist: Fomin, Terenty (active 1646?1670)
The Prophet Elisha, 1645. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

The Prophet Daniel, 1645. Artist: Fomin, Terenty (active 1646?1670)
The Prophet Daniel, 1645. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

Epiphanius of Salamis, 1645. Artist: Fomin, Terenty (active 1646?1670)
Epiphanius of Salamis, 1645. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

Saints Zosima and Savvatiy of Solovki, Early 18th cen Artist: Russian icon
Saints Zosima and Savvatiy of Solovki, Early 18th cen.. From a private collection

Theotokos Life-giving Spring, 1670. Artist: Ushakov, Simon (Pimen) Fyodorovich (1626-1686)
Theotokos Life-giving Spring, 1670. Found in the collection of the The Novodevichy Convent, Moscow

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Icon painting is a timeless art form that has captured the essence of spirituality and religious devotion for centuries. From the Transfiguration of Jesus to the Holy Trinity, these iconic masterpieces have left an indelible mark on history. In the mid-16th century, an anonymous artist brought The Transfiguration of Jesus to life on canvas. This awe-inspiring piece depicts the divine radiance emanating from Christ, leaving viewers in awe of his majesty. The 15th-century Russian icon, The Holy Trinity, showcases intricate details and vibrant colors that symbolize the unity between God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It serves as a visual representation of faith and belief in Christianity. Saint Dimitry of Rostov is immortalized through a stunning work by another Russian icon artist from the second half of the 18th century. This masterpiece captures Saint Dimitry's spiritual aura and portrays his unwavering dedication to spreading God's word. Another remarkable creation after 1571 features Saint John the Forerunner alongside Saint John Climacus and Saint Theodore Stratelates. This composition beautifully combines their individual stories into one harmonious image that exudes reverence. "In Thee Rejoiceth All Creation, " painted by Franghias Kavertsas during his active years between 1615-1648, celebrates nature's connection with divinity. It reminds us that all living beings are partakers in God's grand design. Metropolitan Theognostus' portrait from early 20th-century Russia reflects both artistic skill and spiritual depth. Through this icon, we glimpse into his profound wisdom as he guided believers towards enlightenment. Mary, known as Mother Mary or Virgin Mary in Christian tradition, is depicted in a mid-19th-century Russian icon with utmost grace and tenderness. Her serene expression invites contemplation while reminding us of her pivotal role in salvation history.