Lot Essay
This icon is reminiscent of Vasnetsov's commission to paint in the apse of the cathedral of Saint Vladimir in Kiev.
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A RUSSIAN SILVER-GILT ICON OF THE VIRGIN AND CHILD
Realistically painted in the manner of Victor Vasnetsov on silver, the gilt frame with egg and dart border, later stamped Fabergé with Imperial Warrant, circa 1890-12 3/16in. (30.9cm.) high
Realistically painted in the manner of Victor Vasnetsov on silver, the gilt frame with egg and dart border, later stamped Fabergé with Imperial Warrant, circa 1890-12 3/16in. (30.9cm.) high