Ancient Russian Icon depicting Saint Peter. Egg tempera on wood Period 1st half of the 18th century Excellent condition without restorations and repainting. Measures cm. 58 x 26 Important and rare large Russian icon depicting Saint Peter. The particularly elongated vertical shape allows to accommodate the figure of the Apostle erect and full length. The slender line of the body in an unnatural way is typical of Byzantine painting as well as the head bowed to express devotion in the role of Servant of God. The right hand points to the Holy Scriptures and the Key to the Gates of Heaven, its inevitable attribute. The Icon is of the highest level and is dis