A Silver-Gilt and Cloisonné Enamel Icon of St Alexander Nevsky
Marked P. Ovchinnikov with the Imperial warrant, Moscow, 1899-1908
Rectangular with arch-shaped upper section, the frame enamelled with stylized floral motifs in red, white and blue, with turquoise flowerheads at the lower corners, enclosing a panel realistically painted with the saint standing in a landscape, wearing armor and an ermine cape, with suspension loop, wood backing and fitted velvet frame, marked on lower edge
5½ in. (14 cm.) high overall
A Silver-Gilt and Cloisonné Enamel Icon of St Alexander Nevsky
Marked P. Ovchinnikov with the Imperial warrant, Moscow, 1899-1908
Rectangular with arch-shaped upper section, the frame enamelled with stylized floral motifs in red, white and blue, with turquoise flowerheads at the lower corners, enclosing a panel realistically painted with the saint standing in a landscape, wearing armor and an ermine cape, with suspension loop, wood backing and fitted velvet frame, marked on lower edge
5½ in. (14 cm.) high overall
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