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Kazanskaya Mother of God.
     This icon, perhaps the most wide spread in Russia, made its apparition in 1579 at Kazan, the capital of a Tartar Khanat recently conquered by the Russians. An icon is said to have made an apparition when, hitherto unknown, it becomes notable as a new source of grace. (Other Russian icons that have made apparitions are the icon of Smolensk, of Tikhvin, of Feodorov.)
    Quickly the icon of Kazan became notable through several miracles. It subsequently played a major role in the historical destiny of Russia. The face of the Blessed Mother is grave, yet displays a feminine sweetness and saddened tenderness. Her head is bowed in the direction of Christ-Emmanuel, who is represented standing upright and full-face to the faithful. With His right hand He bestows His blessing. His left hand is hidden under the himation (robe).
    Elegant classical painted icon on wood with a beautiful, hand-tooled, high relief copper oklad, plated with 23K gold. Oklad removable. From Rostov-on-the-Don, 9"x12". Sorry, sold. [#ICON-G]
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