Russian Orthodox Icon, "Kazanskaya" Mother of God

Russian Orthodox Icon, mid-20th Century, oil on wood, silver-plate and gold-plate casing. "Kazanskaya" AKA "Our Lady of Kazan." was a holy icon of the highest stature within the Russian Orthodox Church, representing the Virgin Mary as the protector and patroness of the city of Kazan, and a palladium of all of Russia and Rus', known as the Holy Protectress of Russia. Condition commensurate with age. Size: 11 3/4 x 10 1/4 in.