Two Russian Silver Miniature Icons of Theotokos.
19th Century. Two tempera-painted miniature icons of the Theotokos, both with 84 standard silver marks; one depicting the Virgin Orans, with chased oklad (2 3/4" x 1 5/8"); and Our Lady of Kazan (2" x 1 3/4"). Condition overall good; one with small edge loss; remnants of gilt; tarnish. Provenance: Private Collection; Northern California.
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19th Century. Two tempera-painted miniature icons of the Theotokos, both with 84 standard silver marks; one depicting the Virgin Orans, with chased oklad (2 3/4" x 1 5/8"); and Our Lady of Kazan (2" x 1 3/4"). Condition overall good; one with small edge loss; remnants of gilt; tarnish. Provenance: Private Collection; Northern California.