Bidspirit auction | ANTIQUE 19TH C RUSSIAN ORTHODOX

ANTIQUE 19TH C RUSSIAN ORTHODOX ICON OF SAINT ALEXIUS - An antique 19th century Russian Orthodox icon, representing Saint Alexius. Mixed media painting: egg tempera, gesso, levkas and gilding on a wood board. The character is named in Church Slavonic. The icon depicts a figure in ornate robes, with a halo and holding a cross. The background is a gold color. The icon bears a label on the back side with an inscription: Russian Icon St. Alexius Metropolitan of Moscow. Russian Icon Painting, Christian Religious Items and Collectibles. Dimensions 7 x 5 3/4 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.