The Christ Child with Saints Boris and Gleb
The Met
Artist: Russian Painter(16th–18th century)
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: (a) tempera and gold on wood; (b) gold and enamel studded with jewels
Dimensions: (a) overall 4 3/8 x 4 in. (11.1 x 10.2 cm), painted surface 3 1/2 x 3 1/4 in. (8.9 x 8.3 cm); (b) 4 1/2 x 4 1/4 in. (11.4 x 10.8 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of George D. Pratt, 1933
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
Three haloed figures, two standing and one central bust, within a decorative gold frame
Detailed Description
An aged, dark painting is presented within a decorative gold and dark wood frame. The artwork depicts three figures, each with a golden halo, against a dark, cracked background. In the center, a bust-length figure with a golden halo is visible, with arms slightly outstretched. Above this central figure, the letters "ІС ХС" are inscribed in gold. To the left of the central figure, a standing figure with a golden halo faces right, wearing a dark robe with intricate gold patterns. Their right hand is raised. Above this figure, the text "ОБРАЗЪ СТЫХЪ" is visible in gold. To the right of the central figure, another standing figure with a golden halo faces left, also wearing a dark robe with gold patterns. Their left hand is raised. Above this figure, the inscription "СИЛУАНЪ ГАВРІИЛЪ" appears in gold. The painting's surface shows significant cracking and darkening, particularly in the background areas. The figures' faces are rendered with dark outlines and subtle shading. The frame features a repeating gold pattern along its inner edge.
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