November 28th Auction
November 28th Auction
Lot 169: Antique 19th C Russian Finift (Enamel) Travel Icon Pendant
2026-11-28T16:00:00Z
Start price: CAD $50
Lot 169:
Antique 19th C Russian Finift (Enamel) Travel Icon Pendant
Description
A 19th C Russian miniature travel/pectoral icon painted in the finift (enamel on metal) technique. The obverse depicts the Apparition of the Mother of God to Saint Sergius of Radonezh, featuring the Virgin Mary accompanied by the Apostles Peter and John, appearing before the kneeling saint and his disciple Mikhey.
The reverse features an authentic hand-painted Old Church Slavonic/pre-reform Russian inscription reading: My True Protectress / Guardian. The plaque is housed in its original simple brass or bronze frame with an integrated suspension loop for wearing. Some breaks to enamel, as shown. Measuring 2.75 inches H x 1.75 W.
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