#4304 A vintage painted wooden triptych icon of the Virgin Mary and Child with angels.

3.5” tall no chips or cracks. Triptych icons are a form of religious art that originated in early Christianity, with the three-panel structure allowing for portability and symbolic representation. These icons are central to Orthodox Christian worship and tradition, often depicting Christ, the Virgin Mary, saints, or biblical scenes. The tradition of icon painting has a rich history, with distinct regional styles developing over centuries. This particular triptych, with its folk art style and decorative framing, likely hails from Eastern Europe, possibly Poland or Russia, where such devotional items are deeply ingrained in the culture. The style of painting, particularly the rendering of the figures and the use of gold leaf for halos, is characteristic of traditional iconographic art, though the folk art elements suggest a more decorative or mass-produced origin compared to ancient, museum-quality pieces.

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• Listed Jun 11, 2026