Russia, Imperial. An Icon of Christ and the Theotokos, with Silver Riza, c. 1850 Hold marked "GOLD FILLED" and engraved

marked "GOLD FILLED" and engraved "RUTH M

5 mm (w) x 42 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath and laterally-pierced ball suspension

measuring 231 mm (w) x 167 mm (h) x 63

the boards are secured in place with machine stitching at the outer edge and with a pebbled magnetic metal button on the inner edge

Russia, Imperial. An Icon of Christ and the Theotokos, with Silver Riza, c. 1850 Hold marked "GOLD FILLED" and engravedA well preserved icon depicting Christ and the Theotokos. Presented on a gessoed wooden board, the image consists of hand painted faces and hands of the former. Riveted to the board is a hand hammered silvered brass riza featuring the robes of Christ and Mary executed in detail, complete with wide halos. Marys right hand gestures toward Christ, directing the viewer to the object of veneration. A suspension loop emanates from the top edge, while the