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XIXc Russian Silver "Pokrov" Mother of God Icon by Vasily Semenov (B.C.) Moscow

$6,464

£4,870.44

€5,692.98

CA$9,153.67

A$10,254.22GST Included

CHF 5,351.23

MX$112,487.06

NOK 62,018.10

SEK 62,870.01

DKK 42,563.10

About the Item

TO U.S.A BUYERS: DON’T SWEAT ABOUT 15% TRUMP’S TARIFF - WE COVER IT BY GIVING YOU 15% DISCOUNT! This Magnificent Antique XIXc 1890 Russian Silver Icon is hallmarked 84 zolotnik, Moscow, bearing an assay mark of Anatoly Apollonovich Artsybashev & maker's mark in Cyrillic “B.C.” for Vasily Semenov - Василий Семёнов – who was a renowned silversmith of Moscow & a father of Maria Semenova - Мария Семёнова – one of the most prominent silversmiths of Imperial Russia, specialised in enamelling work, which was on par with Faberge & Ovchinnikov… The icon depicts Pokrov - the Protection of the Most Holy Mother of God & Saints. The protecting veil of the Mother of God surrounds everybody with a scared omophorion, giving divine protection, security, safety & grace. It protects from an evil eye, misfortune & any trouble. 84 silver riza / oklad is incredibly detailed: (every tiny crease of clothing is clearly visible) with halos, meticulously detailed & finely engraved, angels’ wings, Saints’ sleeves & other pieces of clothing crisp & showcased with exceptional attention to details Underneath is fully painted, with faces of the Mother of God & Saints intricate & so lifelike… Oklad is measuring 35cm x 30.5cm, with an estimated silver weight of 1.5kg. It’s inside a solid wooden case, that measures 37.5cm x 42.5cm x 6.5cm Superb & exceptionally rare, as there are only a few icons that illustrate that particular subject, especially in this size & in such opulence… Besides, it’s in remarkable condition

Creator:
Vasily Semenov
Metal:
Silver
Dimensions:
Height: 16.74 in (425 mm)Width: 14.77 in (375 mm)Depth: 2.56 in (65 mm)
Style:
Russian Empire
Place of Origin:
Russia
Period:
1890-1899
Date of Manufacture:
1890
Condition:
Seller Location:
MELBOURNE, AU
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU3412225950252

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