Kazan Mother of God
Artist
Unknown
Date19th Century
MediumTempera on panel with silver oklad
Dimensions2 1/2 × 2 1/4 in. (6.4 × 5.7 cm)
ClassificationsPainting
Credit LineGift of Evelyn LaLanne
Object number2000.2.44
Label TextThe Kazan Mother of God, also known as Our Lady of Kazan, represents the Virgin Mary as the protector of Russia. According to legend, the icon was brought from Constantinople during the 13th century, was lost for over a century, and was rediscovered in the 16th century by a young girl, to whom the Virgin appeared in a dream. For more information about this object and Chapman University's collection of Russian Icons, visit our digital exhibition https://chapmanrussianicons.omeka.net/exhibits/show/thegreaticon/thegreaticon
Status
On viewLocation
- Leatherby Libraries (1 University Drive), Floor 4, 401 Lobby, Wall display case 3
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