Russia, Imperial. An Icon of the Mother of God of Kazan, c. 1905 United Republic of Measuring 202x295mm

Measuring 202x295mm

two entitled "Decorations and Awards - Service Medals

constructed of three pieces

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Russia, Imperial. An Icon of the Mother of God of Kazan, c. 1905 United Republic of Measuring 202x295mmA well preserved icon of the Mother of God of Kazan. Presented on a gessoed wooden board, the image consists of the hand painted faces of Mary and Christ in classic Russian style, with the latters hand raised to bless the viewer. Riveted to the board is a silver riza featuring openings perfectly sized to display the paint image, and with the robes and halos of both Mary and Christ executed in detail. The board is fully lined with a layer of pale green