17th Cretan Archangel Michael icon Antique wood carved Greek Dated Museum Grade For Sale

17th Cretan Archangel Michael icon Antique wood carved Greek Dated Museum Grade

On the back side the icon issignedby theauthoranddated.

Cretan school : The Cretan school describes an important school of icon painting, under the umbrella of post-Byzantine art, which flourished while Crete was under Venetian rule during the late Middle Ages, reaching its climax after the fall of Constantinople, becoming the central force in Greek painting during the 15th, 16th, and 17th centuries. The Cretan artists developed a particular style of painting under the influence of both Eastern and Western artistic traditions and movements; the most famous product of the school, El Greco, was the most successful of the many artists who tried to build a career in Western Europe, and also the one who left the Byzantine style farthest behind him in his later career. Early painters from Crete included Nikolaos Philanthropinos 1380-1450, Ioannis Pagomenos 1285-1340 and Manuel Fokas. Philanthropinos completed some mosaics in Venice, Italy at St Mark's Basilica in the 1430s. The fathers of the Cretan school are considered Angelos Akotantos, Andreas Pavias and Andreas Ritzos. Some of their works include: Saint Anne with the Virgin, The Virgin Pantanassa and The Crucifixion. Between 1454 and 1526, Crete was saturated with painting workshops, and the number of painters exceeded 145. Some painters, such as Nikolaos Gripiotis, produced mass quantities of unsigned icons for Italian and Greek patrons during the period, while other painters chose to sign their works. Angelos Pitzamanos and Donatos Pitzamanos traveled to Italy, fusing the Cretan style with the School of Otranto in the late 1400s and early 1500s. A popular work completed by Angelos was Madonna of Constantinople. By the mid-1500s, Michael Damaskinos and Georgios Klontzas dominated the century with their incredible works. Some of Damaskinos' works were: Wedding at Cana , Madonna del Rosario, and Beheading of John the Baptist. Some of Klontzas' works were: In Thee Rejoiceth , Triptych of the Last Judgement, and Saint Catherine's Engagement. Both of the painters flourished around the time of El Greco, while Klontzas was recorded assessing one of his works. Another notable painter of the same era was Thomas Bathas, who maintained the Miraculous Icon of the Virgin Mary at St Mark's Basilica but also painted his own version entitled Virgin Nikopoios. His student Emmanuel Tzanfournaris was part of the late Cretan school, and he completed the Virgin of the Passion. The late Cretan school included painters from the 1600s such as Elias Moskos, Emmanuel Tzanes, and Theodore Poulakis. Some of their works included: Jacob's Ladder, Saint Onuphrius and Noah's Ark . Most painters of the Cretan school began to migrate to the Ionian Islands and Venice during the war with the Ottoman Empire, and the late Cretan school shares characteristics with the Heptanese school of painting. Flemish engravings were introduced to Greek paintings during the middle part of the 1600s, one of the earliest works was completed by Georgios Markazinis integrating Flemish engravings with the Creto-Venetian style known as The Crucifixion. Poulakis' Noah's Ark also emulated engravings. The Greek painters living in Crete dropped from 156 between 1527-1630 to 68 between 1631-1700. While some painters remained, most of them migrated to the Ionian Islands. The last period, from 1700 to 1820, saw 52 Greek painters active in Crete during the Ottoman occupation. Some included: Georgios Kastrofylakas, Michael Prevelis and Ioannis Kornaros. One of Kornaros notable works includes: Catherine of Alexandria.

This 17th century Cretan Archangel Michael icon is a rare and unique piece of antique wood carving from Greece. Hand-painted with vibrant multi-color oil paints, this one-of-a-kind icon is signed and dated, adding to its authenticity and value. The intricate detailing and intaglio style make it a true artistic treasure, perfect for any collector or admirer of antique Greek art. With a lifetime warranty for its uniqueness, this icon guarantees to be a standout piece in any collection.

STORAGE METHOD : Please do not clean under any circumstances with water or a damp cloth( there is a risk of damaging the patinaand the paint). Store in a dry place and in a roomfree from moisture. Protect from impacts with hard objects to avoid damagingthe surfaces and patina. Clean and polish with a soft DRY cotton cloth.

Expertise of the materials:Base : Hand Wood Carving - Oil Painted

MUSEUM GRADE RESTORED

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CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA)

1. Expertise of thematerials:Base : Hand Wood Carving - Oil Painted

2. MEASUREMENTS & WEIGHT : Weight818grams :Height293millimeters : Width212millimeters

3. Condition : Extremely Fine - Museum grade restored

4. GUARANTEES : We give for buyer a 100% lifetime warranty for the uniqueness of this artifact ONE OF A KIND EXTREMELY UNIQUE.

5.Abbreviations, inscriptions, images :The front part depict Archangel Michael high detailed expressive hand wood carving and painted with oil paints. On the back side the icon is signed by the author and dated.

The UNIQUE ICONis presented in its unaltered condition,with detailing of the features clearly visible, a relatively smooth surface,and a naturally aged patina, deep covered in molted variations of hues andcolours as maintained. If you examine the enlarged photos of thisICON, you'll see that it has been meticulouslycrafted with stunning details. I'm confident that you'll be 100% satisfied withthishand carved wood icon,which is not only a beautiful work of art but also great antiquities. Thank youfor considering our offerings, and we look forward to serving you !!! At ourshop, we take pride in offering a unique collection of Ancient Artifacts ofdiverse cultures from different eras that are truly one-of-a-kind. Many of these items are quite old andrare, and once they are sold, we may not be able to find another one to replaceit. That's why we believe that whoever possesses one of these specialiconscan be considered to have true pride. Weunderstand that our customers are discerning collectors who appreciate thevalue and significance of these rare artifacts. That's why we make every effortto ensure that our collection is authentic and of the highest quality. Webelieve that owning one of theseiconsis not just a matter of acquiring abeautiful object, but also of connecting with a rich cultural tradition thatspans centuries. So if you're looking for a truly uniqueiconto add to your collection - you are in theright place ! Our inventory represents time-tested investment quality itemswith everlasting decorative beauty. We look forward to your business andappreciate any reasonable offers. All of our curated items are vetted andguaranteed authentic and as described. We only deals in original antiques andnever reproductions. 100% Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed - We are extremelyconfident that all items presented from our collection are genuine antiques.

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