tempera on board; chalk-gypsum base; gilt; 26.5 x 23 x 1.9 cm.
Russia, early 20th century. (after 1903).
Monk, ascetic (1759-1833), mystic, associated with the monastery of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Sarov. His secular name - Prochor Isidorovich Mashnin. He was the last Orthodox saint to be canonized before the fall of the Tsar, hence perhaps his immense popularity in the Eastern Church. He regarded prayer as the most perfect form of pursuit of God. Radial nymph decorated with a motif of pearls; bordure with a motif of pillars and multicolored floral patterns.
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