Ancient bronze icon, Descent into hell, 18th century, 2.2x2.2 in
Ancient bronze icon, Descent into hell, 18th century, 2.2x2.2 in. Copy of the 18th century of the iconographic theme Descent into hell.
Miniature travel icons were very popular in Russia between the 17th and the beginning of the 20th century. Their light weight and sturdy long-lasting materials like bronze, copper, brass or silver, made them perfect to bring during travels, wars, daily work and allow to pray in total privacy. This type of icons were mass-produced with casting in special molds, ma...
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Ancient bronze icon, Descent into hell, 18th century, 2.2x2.2 in. Copy of the 18th century of the iconographic theme Descent into hell.
Miniature travel icons were very popular in Russia between the 17th and the beginning of the 20th century. Their light weight and sturdy long-lasting materials like bronze, copper, brass or silver, made them perfect to bring during travels, wars, daily work and allow to pray in total privacy. This type of icons were mass-produced with casting in special molds, making them really affordable.
Their aesthetic content, initially modest, began to become more and more complexe, beautiful and impressive.
The icons were purified by fire, cleaned, gilded and enamelled.
Miniature icon of 2.17x2.24 inches from Moscow (Russia), delivered in an elegant case with expertise signed by a qualified specialist.
Customer Reviews
Philippe M.10/18/2024Très bel objet. Cette icône en bronze est très jolie. Les détails émaillés très beaux également. Très belle couleur. Je recommande 5/5
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