Beschreibung:

Four Eastern Orthodox Icons 19th century, probably Russian, including: "Our Lady of Kazan", tempera on wood panel with incised details; "The Dormition of the Theotokos", tempera on wood panel, central figure of "sleeping" Virgin with Christ cradling the soul of his mother, flanked by two saints; "Mother of God - Joy of All who Sorrow", tempera and gold on wood panel, central figure of the Virgin with arms raised in prayer, flanked by saints, angels and supplicants; and "Intercession of the Theotokos", tempera on carved wood panel, scenes of the devout seeking the Virgin's protection. 12-1/8" x 9", 12-3/8" x 9-1/8", 10-1/2" x 9-3/4" and 11-3/4" x 10-1/4" Provenance: Private collection, Houston, Texas.