Ancient travel icon Quirico and Giulitta Russia 18th century 6x4 cm
Ancient travel icon Quirico and Giulitta Russia 18th century 6x4 cm. This orthodox icon depicts Quirico and Giulitta, mother and son who died as martyrs for the Christian faith. Thanks to its modest size, light weight and economical cost, the icon is defined as a travel icon. This type of icons became widespread during the 17th century and in the early 20th century, thanks to mass production. The masters, starting from medieval crosses and bronze plaques, after having cleaned them with fire, gil...
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Ancient travel icon Quirico and Giulitta Russia 18th century 6x4 cm. This orthodox icon depicts Quirico and Giulitta, mother and son who died as martyrs for the Christian faith. Thanks to its modest size, light weight and economical cost, the icon is defined as a travel icon. This type of icons became widespread during the 17th century and in the early 20th century, thanks to mass production. The masters, starting from medieval crosses and bronze plaques, after having cleaned them with fire, gilded and enameled, managed to create various themes.The faithful could thus have the protection of the saints during wars, during travels but also in their intimate daily lives.The religious icon is shipped in an elegant box together with an appraisal carried out by an expert.It comes from Moscow and dates back to the 18th century. Measures 6x4 cm.
