Lot number 2095 - Auction 161
SEHR FEINE IKONE MIT DEM HEILIGEN ALEXIUS, METROPOLIT VON MOSKAU MIT SILBER-RIZA

A VERY FINE ICON SHOWING SAINT ALEXIUS, METROPOLITAN OF MOSCOW, WITH A SILVER RIZA Northern Russian, Vologda, circa 1600 Tempera on wood panel. The silver riza repoussé, chased and gilded, with remains of green cloisonné enamel. The reverse with remains of a Cyrillic inscription. Two selected saints on the borders: Saint John Climacus and Saint Kirill of Belozersk in monastic habit. Paint blistering, restorations. 31.7 x 28 cm.