Russian Travel Icon of Saint Paraskeva Bronze 18th Century, 7x5 cm
Russian travel icon in bronze from the 18th century, Saint Paraskeva, 7x4.5 cm. Made using the mold casting technique, typical of Orthodox sacred art. It depicts Saint Paraskeva, revered in the Orthodox Christian tradition as the protector of family and spiritual purity. Bronze travel icons are widely used among Orthodox believers as objects of protection and instruments of personal prayer. These durable and easily transportable icons accompanied pilgrims and travelers, offering a spiritual refe...
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Russian travel icon in bronze from the 18th century, Saint Paraskeva, 7x4.5 cm. Made using the mold casting technique, typical of Orthodox sacred art. It depicts Saint Paraskeva, revered in the Orthodox Christian tradition as the protector of family and spiritual purity. Bronze travel icons are widely used among Orthodox believers as objects of protection and instruments of personal prayer. These durable and easily transportable icons accompanied pilgrims and travelers, offering a spiritual reference point wherever they went. Their production followed established iconographic models, ensuring stylistic and devotional continuity with painted icons. The religuous icon comes with an appraisal from an expert, confirming its authenticity and era. Origin: Moscow, Russia. Technique: Bronze casting. Materials: Bronze. Dimensions: 7 x 4.5 cm. Era: 18th century.
