A handmade Bronze Russian icon of St. Nicholas. 19th Century. music The Deisis

The Deisis

but in caves and recesses in the hills

it was the Cincture of the Virgin Mary which was left behind in the tomb

as its value was originally of 10 assēs

A handmade Bronze Russian icon of St. Nicholas. 19th Century. music The DeisisA Russian icon of St. Nicholas, made out of bronze. (1800) The icon is in excellent condition. Size: 14x12. 5 cm. 5. 5x5 inch. This item comes with a certificate from the Israeli Antiquities Authority. Very little is known about the historical Saint Nicholas. The earliest accounts of his life were written centuries after his death and contain many legendary elaborations. He is said to have been born in the Greek seaport of Patara, Lycia in Asia Minor