Icons of Imperial Russia
Christ the Redeemer
Unknown artist (Ukraine), Christ the Redeemer, 19th century. Oil and tempera with silver oklad (chased and repoussé). Private Collection. · via 62 Above
Icons of Imperial Russia is on view at San Diego Museum of Art, San Diego, United States, until August 15, 2027.
Last verified October 28, 2026 · Official source ↗
This exhibition displays unsigned religious panel paintings produced primarily in Ukrainian regions of the former Russian Empire. Designed for everyday portable devotion, these sacred images feature flat symbolic compositions, metallic coatings, and gold backgrounds, while reflecting subtle Western Christian artistic influences. The gallery layout at The San Diego Museum of Art offers a quiet environment to contemplate their role in daily spiritual life.
Venue
- San Diego Museum of ArtSan Diego, United States · September 5, 2026 – August 15, 2027Until 15 Aug 2027
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Images
Christ the Redeemer
Unknown artist (Ukraine), Christ the Redeemer, 19th century. Oil and tempera with silver oklad (chased and repoussé). Private Collection. · via 62 Above · Source ↗