Russian travel icon of St. Nicholas, bronze, 19th century, 4.5x4 in
Russian travel icon of St. Nicholas, bronze, 19th century, 4.5x4 in.
Russian enamelled bronze travel icon of Saint Nicholas.
This icon, made in the 19th century, is decorated with blue enamel, a typical shade of Russian sacred art that symbolises spirituality and divine protection. Saint Nicholas, depicted with the Gospel in one hand, blessing the audience with the other, is one of the most venerated saints in the Orthodox tradition, the patron saint of travellers, sailors and the needy.
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Russian travel icon of St. Nicholas, bronze, 19th century, 4.5x4 in.
Russian enamelled bronze travel icon of Saint Nicholas.
This icon, made in the 19th century, is decorated with blue enamel, a typical shade of Russian sacred art that symbolises spirituality and divine protection. Saint Nicholas, depicted with the Gospel in one hand, blessing the audience with the other, is one of the most venerated saints in the Orthodox tradition, the patron saint of travellers, sailors and the needy.
Origin: Russia.
Material: enamelled bronze.
Dimensions: 4.3x3.9 in.
Period: 19th century.
This compact icon, designed for personal devotion, was often carried by believers as a protective amulet.
The icon is accompanied by an expert report, certifying its authenticity and historical value, together with a description of the tradition of enamelled bronze icons.
