Description
Vivid hand-painted Ethiopian Orthodox icon of Saint George (Kidus Giyorgis) spearing the dragon-an enduring image of protection and victory over evil. Executed in the Ethiopian folk tradition with bold color fields and an inscription in Geʽez along the upper margin. A compact devotional panel for home or travel altars.
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Hand-painted tempera on gessoed wood (not a print)
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Ethiopian Orthodox folk style; Saint George on white horse with halo
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Geʽez inscription remnants at the top margin
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Approx. 4 Ă— 5.5 in panel, unframed and ready to display
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Honest age: natural craquelure, tiny paint losses, light edge wear
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Small old insect channel on right edge; paper/label remnants on reverse from prior mounting
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Likely mid-late 20th century Ethiopian workshop piece
Condition is exactly as found-uncleaned original surface with attractive patina. Please view all photos for close-ups of paint, edges, and the reverse. A strong, authentic example of a beloved Ethiopian subject.
