$5,313
PROVENANCE Collection of Bernard Winters, Armonk, New York the Prophet Elijah is depicted on the bank of the brook of Cherith at the edge of a desert near Jordan, Christ appears to Elijah amidst rolling clouds in the upper right corner. Egg tempera, gold leaf, and gesso on wood panel. 21.5 x 19.2 cm (8 1/2 x 7 1/2 in.) Bernard J. Winters was a philanthropist and art collector who was captivated by Russian icons. Over a fifty-year period, he worked closely with Sotheby`s, Christie`s, and private collectors to cultivate his collection. His monumental icons, as well as those purchased from Natalie Hays Hammond, daughter of John Hays Hammond, diplomat, were some of his favored items.
Auctioneer:
Shapiro Auctions
Date:
2014-10-25
