Bidspirit auction | ANTIQUE RUSSIAN ORTHODOX ICON ST

ANTIQUE RUSSIAN ORTHODOX ICON ST TIKHON OF KALUGA - An antique 19th-century Russian Orthodox icon of Saint Tikhon of Kaluga. Mixed media painting: egg tempera, gesso, and levkas on a wood board. Gilt background. Tikhon of Kaluga, d. 1492, was a Russian Orthodox hegumen and saint. He lived in a forest near Medin in Kaluga, where he later founded a monastery dedicated to the Dormition of the Mother of God. Collectible Russian Orthodox Art, Christian Religious Items. THIS LOT QUALIFIES FOR A 30-DAY UNCONDITIONAL RETURN FROM THE DATE OF SALE. BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR RETURN SHIPPING. Dimensions 7 x 6 in. All measurements are approximate Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Craquelure, chips and scratches. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.