icon mother of god of the don very detailed and shows expressive

very detailed and shows expressive realism

It has the "Dutch stamp of the lion" referring to the stamp that was applied to antique silver from the Netherlands

Besides this crucifix is a second standard crucifix

based on the 1897 novel Dracula by Bram Stoker

Amazing Gothic revival hand-forged wrought iron and bronze crucifix

icon mother of god of the don very detailed and shows expressiveThe "Mother of God of the Don" refers to a venerated 14th century Eloisa icon of the Virgin Mary and the infant Jesus, painted by Theophanes the Greek. The original icon is housed in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow. This is a very heavy piece from the mid 20th century, made in Russia. The painting has been made to look withered, the coating is still on top. Origin: Russia Material: Wood Condition: Good vintage condition Era: Mid 20th century