Icon - Mother Gods “Life-Giving Source” - Brass, Enamel
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Russian Orthodox brass icon of the Mother of God 'Life-Giving Spring' (Zoodochos Pege) with blue enamel – 19th century
Beautiful Russian Orthodox brass icon featuring a depiction of the Mother of God 'Life-Giving Spring' (Zoodochos Pege), rendered in relief and adorned with blue enamel. This type of icon belongs to the beloved Marian depictions within the Orthodox tradition and symbolizes healing, protection, and spiritual renewal.
Description
The icon centrally shows the Mother of God with raised hands in prayer, flanked by kneeling believers and angel figures. Above Her appears Christ in a heavenly mandorla with a blessing gesture. The composition references Orthodox iconography of the 'Life-Giving Spring,' in which Mary is venerated as the source of healing and divine grace.
The background is partly accented with blue enamel, creating a beautiful contrast with the warm brass relief. The floral motifs and graceful lines enhance the spiritual and decorative appearance of the object.
The icon is executed in fine relief with expressive figures and a compact composition, typical of Russian cast icons from the 19th century. At the top there is a built-in hanging hole, suitable for original use as a household icon or personal devotional object.
Period
19th century
Material
Brass with blue enamel
Origin
Russia
Condition
In reasonable condition with appropriate signs of age and use. The enamel shows wear and localized losses appropriate to the age. The brass has developed a lovely natural patina. See photos for your own impression.
Dimensions: see details
Shipping
Insured shipping with careful packaging.
Russian Orthodox brass icon of the Mother of God 'Life-Giving Spring' (Zoodochos Pege) with blue enamel – 19th century
Beautiful Russian Orthodox brass icon featuring a depiction of the Mother of God 'Life-Giving Spring' (Zoodochos Pege), rendered in relief and adorned with blue enamel. This type of icon belongs to the beloved Marian depictions within the Orthodox tradition and symbolizes healing, protection, and spiritual renewal.
Description
The icon centrally shows the Mother of God with raised hands in prayer, flanked by kneeling believers and angel figures. Above Her appears Christ in a heavenly mandorla with a blessing gesture. The composition references Orthodox iconography of the 'Life-Giving Spring,' in which Mary is venerated as the source of healing and divine grace.
The background is partly accented with blue enamel, creating a beautiful contrast with the warm brass relief. The floral motifs and graceful lines enhance the spiritual and decorative appearance of the object.
The icon is executed in fine relief with expressive figures and a compact composition, typical of Russian cast icons from the 19th century. At the top there is a built-in hanging hole, suitable for original use as a household icon or personal devotional object.
Period
19th century
Material
Brass with blue enamel
Origin
Russia
Condition
In reasonable condition with appropriate signs of age and use. The enamel shows wear and localized losses appropriate to the age. The brass has developed a lovely natural patina. See photos for your own impression.
Dimensions: see details
Shipping
Insured shipping with careful packaging.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Iconography
Mother Gods “Life-Giving Source”
Material
Brass, Enamel
Country of origin
Russia
Height
6 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
0.5 cm
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Style
Antique
Estimated period
1800-1850, 1850-1900
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