Travel icon Saint Nicholas of Myra 19th century antique 11x9 cm
Travel icon Saint Nicholas of Myra 19th century antique 11x9 cm. The icon depicts Saint Nicholas of Myra, remembered for his deeds in opposition. It is a travel icon made of bronze, then gilded and enameled. The use of travel icons became widespread between the 17th century and the early 19th century. The masters worked the bronze plaques and medieval crosses, after having cleaned them with fire, enameled and gilded them, creating various iconographic themes. Thanks to them, the believer was abl...
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Travel icon Saint Nicholas of Myra 19th century antique 11x9 cm. The icon depicts Saint Nicholas of Myra, remembered for his deeds in opposition. It is a travel icon made of bronze, then gilded and enameled. The use of travel icons became widespread between the 17th century and the early 19th century. The masters worked the bronze plaques and medieval crosses, after having cleaned them with fire, enameled and gilded them, creating various iconographic themes. Thanks to them, the believer was able to enjoy the beneficial protection of the Saints during daily life, during wars, during travel and during his own intimacy. The icon comes from Moscow and dates back to the 19th century. It is shipped in an elegant box together with an appraisal carried out by an expert. Measures 11x9 cm.
Customer Reviews
Philippe M.9/21/2024Très belle icône de voyage en bronze fin XIX. Les petites parties en émaux son très belles. Je recommande 5/5
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