Antique Russian Icon depicting Christ Pantocrator,19th century

Antique Russian Icon depicting Christ Pantocrator. The Iconic image of Christ Pantocrator( "Christ Ruler of All" ) was one of the first images developed in the early Christian church and remains a central Icon of the Eastern Orthodox church. Christ holds the New Testament in his left hand and makes a gesture of blessing with his right. The quality of this Icon is very fine and detailed with beautiful facial painting. The oklad is made of gilded metal which is fine crafted and has beautiful adornment.The painting which tempera on wood,has some signs because of the age. The Icon is in excellent condition and dated at the 19th century. Length : 5.5."(140mm) Width: 4.7"(120mm)