Bidspirit auction | ANTIQUE 18TH C RUSSIAN ORTHODOX

ANTIQUE 18TH C RUSSIAN ORTHODOX ICON OF ST NICHOLAS - An antique Russian Orthodox icon of St. Nicholas Wonderworker. Saint Nicholas is depicted frontally half figured, wearing bishops clothes, blessing with his right hand and holding open Gospels with his left one. Jesus Christ and the Virgin Mary offering an omofor are shown behind him. Hand painted with the gesso, egg tempera on gold leaf background. Inscribed in Church Slavonic in the upper part. Circa: the second half fo the 18th century. Russian Christian Religious Items and Collectibles. Dimensions 13 3/8 x 11 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of wear and age. Has some stains and scuffs. Has chips in paint and wood. Refer to photos. Sold as is.