Lot number 2213 - Auction
A VITA ICON OF ST. NICHOLAS OF MYRA WITH A SILVER BASMA

A VITA ICON OF ST. NICHOLAS OF MYRA WITH A SILVER BASMA Russian, 18th century (icon), Russian, Moscow, circa 1740 (basma) Tempera on wood panel with kovcheg. Executed on a gold ground. The silver basma engraved with scrolling foliage. Marked with city hallmark, assayer's mark, 84 standard and master's mark. Restorations. 38.2 x 32.7 cm.