Bidspirit auction | MINIATURE ANTIQUE 19TH C RUSSIAN

MINIATURE ANTIQUE 19TH C RUSSIAN SILVER ENAMEL ICON - An antique 19th century Russian miniature icon depicting an Orthodox saint, most likely Nicholas the Wonderworker, in a silver and cloisonne enamel riza or oklad. Of rectangular form, the oklad is decorated with vari-coloured stylized flowerheads, the central part with filigree ground, marked on the top edge with an illegible makers mark and an 84 Russian Imperial silver standard. Provenance: Christies auction house. Russian Silver Ware Collectibles, Orthodox Church Antiques, Religious And Spiritual Objects For Collectors. Weight 38.7 g. THIS LOT QUALIFIES FOR A 30-DAY UNCONDITIONAL RETURN FROM THE DATE OF SALE. BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR RETURN SHIPPING. Dimensions 2 5/8 x 2 3/8 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Stains in back material. Scuffs and scratches. Refer to photos. Sold as is.