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A RUSSIAN ICON: St. Florus and Laurus, 19th century. Overlaid with a stunning riza comprised of a profusion of sewn glass beads. Illustrated covered and uncovered. 13 inches x 11 inches (33cm x 28cm). Estimate $1,800-$2,500

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A FINE RUSSIAN DEDICATION/CEREMONIAL ICON dated 1887. Depicting the name saints of the donors of this icon to a school in the village of Nikolai on the Plesna river. With dedicatory inscription verso dated 29 of November 1887. From the left John the Forerunner, St. Basil, St. Nicholas, the Venerable Paul, and Alexander Nevskiy. 14 inches x 12.25 inches (35.5cm x 31cm). Estimate $800-$1,200