19th C. Russian Brass & Enamel Traveling Icon
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**Originally Listed At $300**
Eastern Europe, Russia, ca. 19th century CE. A brass traveling icon showing a series of four small religious scenes below a scene of the crucifixion; the artwork has many small details including several individuals and landmarks, telling important stories from the Bible and lives of the saints. The icon is decorated with white and dark blue enamel. This style of icon is known as a "traveling" icon, which could be carried by priests; this time period saw missionary efforts throughout the vast Russian landmass and into neighboring countries like Japan and China. Size: 3.7" W x 6.1" H (9.4 cm x 15.5 cm)
Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection
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#130277
Eastern Europe, Russia, ca. 19th century CE. A brass traveling icon showing a series of four small religious scenes below a scene of the crucifixion; the artwork has many small details including several individuals and landmarks, telling important stories from the Bible and lives of the saints. The icon is decorated with white and dark blue enamel. This style of icon is known as a "traveling" icon, which could be carried by priests; this time period saw missionary efforts throughout the vast Russian landmass and into neighboring countries like Japan and China. Size: 3.7" W x 6.1" H (9.4 cm x 15.5 cm)
Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#130277
Condition
Much enamel remaining. Dark patina on surface, with slight bending to form. Motifs are clear.
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19th C. Russian Brass & Enamel Traveling Icon
Estimate $500 - $750
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