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A RUSSIAN ICON: The Tikhvin Mother of God, 18th century. Overlaid with an
exquisite repoussed silvered metal riza with winged cherubs at each
corner, bordered with acanthus leaves and with attached gilded haloes.
Slightly larger than average icon. 14.75 inches x 11.25 inches (37.5 cm x
28.8 cm). Estimate $2,000-$2,500 |
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A RUSSIAN ICON: The Vladimir Mother of God, 18th century. Overlaid with an
ornate silver repousse and chased riza with attached haloes. Hallmarked
Simbirsk, dated 1849 and with maker's mark A.K. 12.25 inches x 10 inches
(31 cm x 25.5 cm). Estimate $2,000-$3,000 |
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A RUSSIAN ICON: The Nine Martyrs of Kizykos, 18th century. This icon
depicts those nine who died for their faith in the fourth century. Feast
day April 29th. 13.25 inches x 10.75 inches (33.7 cm x 27 cm). Estimate
$1,000-$1,500 |
