Antique Bronze Enamel Orthodox Icon Skladen | 19th Century | 16”
This monumental cast bronze and champleve enamel, four-panel folding icon known in the orthodox tradition as a skladen was crafted in the 19th century for private devotion by travelers or Old Believer communities. The interior showcases a complex theological program featuring the Twelve Great Feasts, masterfully cast in high relief against fields of pale blue glass enamel. Each panel is capped with an ogee-arched pediment and features multi-tiered narrative scenes detailing key events from the lives of Christ and the Virgin Mary, while the reverse panels display protective textual motifs and crosses. Retaining a substantial weight of 1.5 kg, this piece demonstrates exceptional structural integrity, distinct hand-tooled hinge knuckles, and a rich, aged golden patina.
General: The icon's overall dimensions are:Width (fully open): 40.5 cm, Height: 18 cm, Weight 1.5 kg.
Condition: The icon is in good condition with no damage besides age-related wear. Please see the enclosed
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