Icon - Triptych with saints - Brass

Russian orthodox travel icon / triptych with the Mother of God of Kazan – 19th century

Special Russian orthodox brass travel icon in triptych form with the Mother of God of Kazan with the Christ Child at the center, surrounded by various saints and feast day scenes. This type of foldable icon was used as a personal devotional object and travel altar within the Orthodox tradition.

Description
The central panel shows the Mother of God of Kazan with the Christ Child, one of the most revered iconographic types within the Russian Orthodox Church. Around the scene are Cyrillic inscriptions and a geometrically bordered edge. The Mother of God is depicted with a restrained expression while the Christ Child blesses the believer.

The side panels contain multiple miniature scenes of saints and Biblical episodes, executed in fine relief. At the top there is a crest with a Christ scene and decorative ornamentation, flanked by stylized animal figures. The hinged construction made it possible to fold the icon compactly for transport and protection during travel.

The whole is made of brass with a beautiful dark patina, developed through age and long use. The refined detailing and complex composition are typical of Russian cast icons from the 19th century, produced in specialized workshops for personal prayer and devotional use.

Period
19th century

Material
Brass

Origin
Russia

Condition
In reasonable to good condition with appropriate signs of age and use. The surface shows wear, oxidation and a handsome natural patina appropriate to the age. The hinged parts function properly. See photos for your own impression.

Dimensions
Height: 9.3 cm
Opened width: 10.8 cm
Closed width: 5.7 cm
Depth: 0.2 cm

Shipping
insured shipping with careful packing.