Lot 168: Russian Brass Icon of the Cross

Russian Brass Icon of the Cross, hand hammered brass decorated plaque with a cast brass cross inserted; on the top part, The Vernicle (Holy Face), flanked by 2 angels, sun, moon on the ends of the middle bar with Russian text. The Crucifixion in the center, lower parts with the image of the Temple in Jerusalem, with a skull at the bottom, signifying redemption, with a Jerusalem street on plaque at the foot of the cross, 10 1/2" x 8 3/4", some minor losses to plaque edge. Provenance: An Amherst, NH collection. Estimate $600-800

Price Realized: $110

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