FOLDING ICON ‘EQUAL-TO-THE-APOSTLES PRINCESS SAINT OLGA’ Central Russia, early 20th century

oil on bronze H. 24.5 cm, W. 23.4 cm (opened) The image of the highly venerated saint is set within a bronze folding icon (skladen). Saint Olga was the first ruler of Kievskaya Rus to embrace Christianity. She is venerated by the Orthodox Church as the Enlightener of the pagans, a preacher of the Christian faith, and the founder of churches and monasteries. Upon the buyer’s request, we are pleased to provide a general condition report for the Lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise prospective buyers to conduct their own inspection or consult a specialist or restorer of their choice for a comprehensive professional assessment. Any condition descriptions provided in the catalogue or through any correspondence are for guidance only and should not be considered a substitute for a firsthand evaluation. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD ‘AS IS’ IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.