Russia, Imperial. An Icon of Christ and the Theotokos, with Silver Riza, c. 1850 certificate_of_authenticity 44 mm (w) x 66

44 mm (w) x 66

and a Photograph of Private Mulhall Seated in Front of a Building (black and white

the first successful breech-loading rifle

measuring 57 mm (w) x 54

Russia, Imperial. An Icon of Christ and the Theotokos, with Silver Riza, c. 1850 certificate_of_authenticity 44 mm (w) x 66A well preserved icon depicting Christ and the Theotokos. Presented on a gessoed wooden board, the image consists of hand painted faces and hands of the former. Riveted to the board is a hand hammered silvered brass riza featuring the robes of Christ and Mary executed in detail, complete with wide halos. Marys right hand gestures toward Christ, directing the viewer to the object of veneration. A suspension loop emanates from the top edge, while the