Bidspirit auction | ANTIQUE 19TH C RUSSIAN SILVER

ANTIQUE 19TH C RUSSIAN SILVER ICON KAZAN MOTHER OF GOD - An antique Russian Orthodox icon of the Kazan Mother Of God hand painted with egg tempera on a gessoed wood panel. The icon is overlaid with a Silver oklad or riza, adorned with chased and engraved patterns. Inscribed in Cyrillic to the lower center on the riza. A suspension ring is on the top. Marked with an 84 silver standard, and Russian hallmarks. The Kazan Icon of the Mother of God is a revered miraculous icon of the Mother of God, which appeared in Kazan in 1579. One of the most revered icons of the Russian Orthodox Church. Russian Icons, Silver Wares, and Religious Antiques For Collectors. Dimensions 3 1/2 x 4 1/4 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Refer to photos. Sold as is.