Russian Eastern Orthodox Icon – Saint Seraphim of Sarov – Tool-Engraved Gold Ground – Circa 1900 Description: An exceptionally fine Russian Orthodox icon depicting Saint Seraphim of Sarov (1754–1833), one of the most revered 19th-century Russian mystics and wonderworkers. He is portrayed in traditional monastic vestments wearing an epitrachelion embroidered with crosses, placing his right hand over his heart in quiet prayer while holding a prayer rope (chotki) in his left hand. The icon features a striking gold-leaf background decorated with detailed hand-punched chiseled patterns and an ornate geometric border inspired by traditional Russian cloisonné enamel designs. Subject: Saint Seraphim of Sarov (Преподобный Серафим Саровский) Origin: Imperial Russia Date: Late 19th / Early 20th century (c. 1890–1905) Medium: Egg tempera and gold leaf on solid wooden panel with hand-tooled decoration Condition: Good authentic condition with fine age patina. Minor edge wear and light surface rubbing consistent with age.