Icon with Saint Nicholas

Image credit: Wellcome Collection

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Saint Nicholas is shown holding a book in his left hand with three balls on top representing the dowries of the three poor maidens. He is making the sign of the blessing with his other hand. The work is Greek or Russian in style. The halo and edging of his robe bear crosses. His dress has a chequerboard pattern.
Title

Icon with Saint Nicholas

Medium

oil on canvas

Measurements

H 99.2 x W 68.8 cm

Accession number

44813i

Acquisition method

purchased by Henry S. Wellcome, c.1900–1936

Work type

Painting

Inscription description

Pax vobis. Nolite timere. Ego sum Niclaus protector vester. Calag[...] dep.

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