Illustrated story of an icon, 1801
Scope and Contents
690 x 420 mm single sheet which narrates the history of an icon in words and illustrations. The icon was swept away at sea and washed ashore near Mount Roia on Cyprus, where a monastery was built to celebrate its appearance. The abbot of the monastery, Joachim, and the painter, Kornaros of Crete, are named in the text.
Dates
- Creation: 1801
Creator
- From the Fonds: Cobham, Claude Delaval, 1842 - 1915 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Stored in the RCS plan chest.
Extent
1 sheet(s) (1 sheet) : paper
Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
good condition
General
This item level description was entered by MJC.
Finding aid date
2015-08-05 11:36:34+00:00
Geographic
Repository Details
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