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Russian Orthodox Icon of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker
Item Details
| Item Type | Icon |
| Religion or Sect | Orthodox Church |
| Materials | Brass, Wood |
| Period | 20th Century |
| Origin | Russia |
| Additional Information | Icon depicts St. Nicholas in frontal, half-torso form in the garb of an Easter Orthodox bishop bearing a tunic and omophorion, a wide band embroidered with crosses and worn over the shoulders. |
Condition
- minor tarnish and warping throughout metal; slight cracks and lifting to the paint of the face; minor rubbing and wear to the painting from the edges of the metal; painting does not appear to extend beyond hands and face revealed in the openings of the brass oklad; cloth back shows fading and staining.
Dimensions
7.0" W x 8.75" H x 1.0" D
Item #
ITMG954665
