Description: Rare Russian Icon of MartyrTheodotus of Ancyra,19th c. on Wood, Finely Painted Unusual presentation of this saint/martyr, with palm tree and minarets in backgroundFeodot Ankirskiy or Theodotus of Ancyra was a Christian martyr who lived in Ancyra, Galatia (in Turkey) during the third century. He was known and revered for turning his house and inn into a refuge and conversion place for Christians and fearlessly burying the bodies of other Christian martyrs, for which he himself was martyred. He was especially revered in Russia during 15th-16th centuries and by Boris Godunov in particular. Feodot Ankirskiy icons are known to help those whose life and work are connected with inns or hotels or houses, or those helping the persecuted. Feodot is also equivalent to the name "Bogdan" so he is also known to help those that carry that name.Oil on wood. Two support splits on the back. Size: 10 ½” x 8 ¾” (26.5 x 22 cm) Will be sent very carefully packed in sturdy box
Price: 800 USD
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
End Time: 2024-03-20T17:12:57.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Country/Region of Origin: Russia
Color: Multi-Color
Original/Reproduction: Original
Material: Oil on wood
Age: 1800 - 1899
