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Iconostasis door depicting the Annunciation, Balkans? 19th century

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Carved and gilt wood door from an iconostasis representing the Annunciation to Mary by the archangel Gabriel. The word "iconostasis" comes from the Greek εἰκονοστάσι(-ον) (eikonostási(-on), still in common use in Greece and Cyprus), which means "icon stand". Gabriel announces her new status as mother of the Son of God, and explains that she will bear a child in her womb while remaining a virgin (Luke, 1, 26-32). Right door warped, hinges missing, but overall good condition. Rare. 145x48 cm each door
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 57.09 in (145.01 cm)Width: 18.9 in (48.01 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8645238243112

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