Antique folding icon from Russia, bronze, 18th century, 7x16 in
Antique folding icon from Russia, bronze, 18th century, 7x16 in. The use of folding icons had spread in Russia thanks to the impulse given by the foundries of monasteries and communities tied to Old Believers.
The handiness of the layout made them perfect to pack during trips, wars, daily work and to pray Saints in its own privacy.
The advantages of travelling icons, compared to classic ones, are the light weight, the affordable price and the long lasting life.
This type of icons were purified by f...
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Antique folding icon from Russia, bronze, 18th century, 7x16 in. The use of folding icons had spread in Russia thanks to the impulse given by the foundries of monasteries and communities tied to Old Believers.
The handiness of the layout made them perfect to pack during trips, wars, daily work and to pray Saints in its own privacy.
The advantages of travelling icons, compared to classic ones, are the light weight, the affordable price and the long lasting life.
This type of icons were purified by fire, cleansed, gilded and then enamelled.
Icon of the 18th century from Moscow (Russia), deliverd in a case with expert report.
Measures: 6.9x15.7 inches.
