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Antique Russian Orthodox Icon of the Mother of God with Christ Child - Russian Orthodox School, antique
Mother of God with Christ Child Description An antique Russian Orthodox icon depicting the Mother of God holding the Christ Child, painted in tempera on a wood panel and partially covered by an embossed metal oklad (riza). The faces and hands remain exposed in accordance with Orthodox practice, while the applied metal covering-likely brass or a copper alloy with gilt finish-features chased and punched decoration with radiating halos. Details Artist / Attribution: Unknown icon painter, Russian Orthodox School Date / Period: Antique Medium: Tempera on wood panel with applied metal oklad (riza) Dimensions (Panel): 18 × 14.7 cm Condition: Good overall for age; painted faces and hands well preserved with craquelure; metal riza with oxidation and devotional wear; velvet backing intact with wear Provenance: Private collection, Europe Catalogue Note Antique icons of this type were produced for private devotion and reflect the continuity of Orthodox iconographic tradition. The oklad serves as both a protective and votive element, emphasizing the sacred image while preserving the painted surface beneath.