Antique Byzantine Icon, St. John The Baptist Holding the Cup of Christ

19th century, tempera on panel, large centered half length image of St. John, surrounded by a border with (13) saintly figures, appears unsigned.

18 1/2 x 15 1/8 in.

From the Collection of the late Keith Stanley, Professor Emeritus of Classical Studies at Duke University, North Carolina

Scattered areas of paint loss and surface abrasions, some areas with later painted retouch; panel having convex warp with some chipping to perimeter.