Bidspirit auction | 19th Century Russian Icon of

19th Century Russian Icon of the Mother of God ”Tikhvinskaya” - A classic depiction of the Virgin Tikhvinskaya, characterized by the tender interaction between the Mother and Child. The icon is adorned with a detailed metal oklad featuring ornate neo-Byzantine corner patterns and a textured background. The faces are painted in a delicate academic style typical of the late Tsarist period. Presented in its original gilded inner frame and protective wooden kiot. Tempera on wood panel, silvered/silver-plated repoussé and chased metal oklad (riza), original wood kiot (case). 23.5 x 19.5 cm Dimensions 23.5 x 19.5 cm