{"product_id":"antique-imperial-russian-icon-circa-1870-1880","title":"Antique Imperial Russian Icon | Depicting the Founders of the Solovetsky Monastery | Circa 1870–1880","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"186\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"184\"\u003eHistorical Context \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"336\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"198\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Russia, Eastern Orthodox Tradition\u003cbr data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"236\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"249\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Egg tempera and gilt on wood panel\u003cbr data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"287\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"298\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 19th Century (Imperial Russia)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"359\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"342\" data-end=\"357\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"972\"\u003eA beautiful antique Russian Orthodox icon depicting Saint Zosima and Saint Savvaty, the holy founders and miracle-working monks of the Solovetsky Monastery. The saints are shown standing in blessing posture, flanking the monastery they founded on the Solovetsky Islands, while a heavenly image above symbolizes divine protection and spiritual guardianship. Painted in rich traditional tones with fine devotional detailing, this icon retains wonderful warmth, sacred presence, and historical character. The piece is presented in a modern museum-style display frame, enhancing both preservation and presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"990\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003e- Depicts two of Russia’s most venerated monastic saints\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e- Classic icon composition with monastery beautifully rendered in the background\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003e- Traditional Eastern Orthodox icon painting techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003e- Strong devotional atmosphere and spiritual presence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003e- Professionally framed for premium display and protection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003eCultural Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003eSaints Zosima and Savvaty are revered within Russian Orthodoxy as spiritual protectors, miracle workers, and symbols of monastic discipline. Their Solovetsky Monastery became one of the most important religious centers of Northern Russia. Traditionally, they are also regarded as patron saints of beekeepers, symbolizing providence, industry, and divine blessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003eHonest historic wear with expected surface patina, craquelure, and natural age toning consistent with a 19th-century icon. Stable age crack visible to the panel, secure within frame. No evidence of modern repainting. Presents beautifully with strong devotional character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFramed:\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 9 3\/8 inches\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 8 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePanel (Unframed):\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 7 inches\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 5 1\/2 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003eAge \u003cstrong\u003e(Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003e145–155 years old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn More\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the history of the Solovetsky Monastery through \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"History of the Solovetsky Monastery – Ancient Origins\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ancient-origins.net\/ancient-places-asia\/tragic-fall-solovetsky-monastery-religious-order-labor-camp-009587\"\u003eAncient Origins\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our curated \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Explore Historical Art, Rare Paintings \u0026amp; Collectibles - Relic and Rarity\" href=\"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/collections\/historical-art-rare-paintings-collectibles\/Historical-Art:-Rare-Paintings-\u0026amp;-Collectibles\"\u003eHistorical Art, Rare Paintings \u0026amp; Collectibles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Relic and Rarity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51704675434818,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1803\/2194\/files\/russian-orthodox-icon-saint-zosima-saint-savvaty-solovetsky-monastery-19th-century.png?v=1766528045","url":"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/products\/antique-imperial-russian-icon-circa-1870-1880","provider":"Relic \u0026 Rarity","version":"1.0","type":"link"}