Russia, Imperial. An Icon of Christ Pantocrator, c. 1900 Province of China 7 mm x 15 mm

7 mm x 15 mm

The warrant is made out in the amount of $114

where he was to remain for one week

the cap includes a neck flap attached to the cap by three metal buttons at the rear base of the cap band

along with his fractured left arm

Russia, Imperial. An Icon of Christ Pantocrator, c. 1900 Province of China 7 mm x 15 mmAn exceptional and well preserved icon of Christ Pantocrator. Presented on a gessoed wooden board, the image consists of a hand painted tempera image of the face of Christ, with his right hand raised in benediction and fingers arranged to form his monogram of IC XC, and his left hand positioned to grasp an orb, symbolizing his authority. Riveted to the board is a silvered brass riza featuring the Christs robes and orb executed in detail, with a