February 29, 2024
Russian Orthodox Icon Madonna Child on Wood in Silver
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A characteristic of the Orthodox Church is its use of icons (i.e., holy images). Icons have been in use since the earliest days of the Christian Church. Description: What is being offered for sale an absolutely beautiful icon. Four portraits are incased in metal that I believe is silver. The metal content is not marked. The image is printed on a wooden block and features the Madonna, Jesus and two small angels above the pair. I am not familiar with the Cyrillic alphabet so I don't know what the two impressed symbols means at the top of the icon. Based on the appearance of the front and back, I'm guessing the icon dates from the 20th century, but I am not an expert. The dimensions are 3" by 4 7/8". I found this icon along with several others at an estate sale of a retired military officer outside Washington DC. I will be putting the other icons up within the week. Guarantee: T is a no question return policy. If unsatisfied for any reason, the icon can be returned for a refund of the bid amount (minus $10 for handling) if the seller is notified within 3 days of receipt (as indicated by Delivery Confirmation) and the icon is in the condition shown in the photos. Shipping is $4.60 USPS Priority on this item. Insurance is optional, but once I drop the package at the post office, it is no longer my responsibility. For example, if my son
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