Description

Russian icon 18th century painted on wooden base, gold background, depicting the Chosen saints with Christ Pantocrator.
Russian icon depicting six saints with golden halos, symbolizing holiness and divine connection, arranged in two rows:

Top Row
On the left, a female figure with a halo with the inscription “Св. Мария” (Holy Mary).
On the right, a male figure with a halo with the inscription “Св. Алексей” (Saint Alexius).
Above them, in the center, is an image of Christ in a cloud, with his arms outstretched in a gesture of blessing. The figure of Christ in the center represents his divine supremacy.

Bottom Row
On the left, a figure with a halo with the inscription “Св. Анны” (Saint Anna).
Next to it is a male figure with a halo with the inscription “Св. Иоанн” (Saint John).
Next to St. John is a male figure with a halo bearing the inscription “Св. Венедикт” (Saint Benedict).
Next to Saint Benedict is a male figure with a halo bearing the inscription “Св. Николай” (Saint Nicholas).
On the right, a male figure with a halo with the inscription “Св. Антонида” (Saint Antonida).

The icon reflects a traditional Russian Orthodox style, characterized by intricate details, vibrant colors, and religious symbolism. The decorative elements and golden halos lend the work a sense of sacredness and spirituality.