Description
Russian Orthodox icon with silver oklad and precious stones I
19th-century Russian icon depicting the Hodegetria Virgin and Child. The composition shows the Virgin holding the Child and gesturing toward Him, framed by richly worked silver ornament.
The image is painted on a wooden panel and covered by a repoussé and chased silver oklad, with set precious stones and Russian silver hallmarks.
Technical details
Iconography: Hodegetria Virgin and Child
Origin: Russia
Period: 19th century
Technique and materials: painting on wooden panel; repoussé and chased silver oklad; set precious stones; Russian silver hallmarks
Dimensions: 32 × 29 cm
Provenance: Private collection; acquired at an auction house.
