A LARGE RUSSIAN ICON OF ST. JOHN THE WARRIOR WITH LIFE SCENES, 18TH CENTURY. Egyptian oil lamps It shows Jesus standing above

It shows Jesus standing above his empty tomb

John used baptism as the central symbol or sacrament of his messianic movement

The number (1) in English & Arabic numerals (1=١) is positioned to the left & right respectively of the stem

was kept in the Acropolis in Athens and burned daily with only one refill of oil per year

A LARGE AND IMPRESSIVE RUSSIAN ICON

A LARGE RUSSIAN ICON OF ST. JOHN THE WARRIOR WITH LIFE SCENES, 18TH CENTURY. Egyptian oil lamps It shows Jesus standing aboveA LARGE RUSSIAN ICON OF ST. JOHN THE WARRIOR WITH LIFE SCENES, 18TH CENTURY. At center, a full length image of the armor clad warrior saint surrounded by various life scenes identified by corresponding inscriptions. At upper left, Christ delivers a blessing and presents a book of gospels. 28. 25 inches x 21. 75 inches (71. 5 x 55 cm). This item comes with a certificate from The Israeli Antiquities Authority.