19th Century Russian Travel Bronze Icon of Saint Nicholas, 11x10 cm
19th-century Russian travel bronze icon of Saint Nicholas measuring 11x10 cm. This compact religious icon, designed for personal devotion, was often carried by the faithful as a protective amulet. The St Nicholas icon features blue enamel decoration, a typical shade in Russian sacred art symbolizing spirituality and divine protection. Saint Nicholas is depicted holding the Gospel in one hand and offering a blessing with the other. He is one of the most revered saints in Orthodox tradition, the ...
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19th-century Russian travel bronze icon of Saint Nicholas measuring 11x10 cm. This compact religious icon, designed for personal devotion, was often carried by the faithful as a protective amulet. The St Nicholas icon features blue enamel decoration, a typical shade in Russian sacred art symbolizing spirituality and divine protection. Saint Nicholas is depicted holding the Gospel in one hand and offering a blessing with the other. He is one of the most revered saints in Orthodox tradition, the patron saint of travelers, sailors, and the needy.
Origin: Russia.
Material: enameled bronze.
Dimensions: 11 x 10 cm.
Period: 19th century.
The orthodox icon is accompanied by an expert assessment certifying its authenticity and historical value, along with a description of the tradition of enameled bronze icons.
