Russian Icon of Saint Mary and baby Jesus - Late 18th, Early 19th Century | Painted and gilded wood panels containing two dove-tailed grooves cut into the back of the icon panel for two Shponki (back slats - cross members inserted into the grooves on the back of the wood panel to prevent warping during the drying process and to ensure structural integrity over time) | Presence of these back slat grooves indicates is a higher quality early icon | This hand painted Russian icon has Mary with a smaller figure representing Jesus | Measures approx. 12.5" H x 10.25" W | Some wear, as shown in images, but main image in very good condition. Includes slats.

12.5 x 10.25 x 1 in

2 lb