Triptych
18th century (made)
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This is a Russo-Greek triptych possibly made in the 18th century and probably from Mount Athos. This triptych is in booxwood and carved with scenes from the life of the Virgin, Christ and St. John the Baptist.
Object details
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| Brief description | Triptych, life of Virgin, Christ and St John the Baptist.; Russo-Greek (?Mount Athos) 18th century. |
| Physical description | Triptych carved with scenes from the Life of Christ, the Virgin and St. John the Baptist. The triptych has a lunette-shaped top; the centre is divided into twenty one panels -the wings into nine panels, each panel being bordered by a rope moulding, with an inscription. |
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| Production | Russo-Greek |
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| Summary | This is a Russo-Greek triptych possibly made in the 18th century and probably from Mount Athos. This triptych is in booxwood and carved with scenes from the life of the Virgin, Christ and St. John the Baptist. |
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| Accession number | A.106-1920 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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