Russia, Imperial. An Icon of Christ and the Theotokos, c. 1910 Republic of Vienna poverty relief campaign donor’s

Vienna poverty relief campaign donor’s badge

45 mm x 51 mm

An Early Minesweeper War Badge -  In tombac

An interesting example of a repurposed Heer helmet in very fine condition

Russia, Imperial. An Icon of Christ and the Theotokos, c. 1910 Republic of Vienna poverty relief campaign donor’sA well preserved icon depicting Christ and the Theotokos. Presented on a gessoed wooden board, the image consists of hand painted faces of the former. Riveted to the board is a silvered brass riza featuring the robes of Christ and Mary executed in detail, complete with ribbed halos. Mary holds an orb in her right hand, while Christs right hand rests upon the top, symbolizing his receipt of authority. Four side rivets secure the riza to the board,