AN ICON «SAINT NICOLAS» Russia, 19th century
Lotto 204
110120
copper alloy, cast, enamel
11.2 x 9.9 cm
Condition: without restoration, minor losses in relief and enamel
Traditionally St. Nicholas is depicted waist-length in bishop’s vestment. On the sides of the saint is a scene of the Miracle of Nicaea - Christ and the Mother of God presenting to Nicholas the attributes of episcopal service.