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Fine Antique Russian Vermeil Silver Enamel Pendant Icon of Kazan Mother of God

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Exquisite antique Russian vermeil silver and cloisonne enamel pendant icon depicting Our Lady of Kazan, Kazanskaya Bogomater. Assayer's mark for Ivan Sergeyevitch Lebedkin, Moscow 1896-1908 Maker's mark EK, probably Erik Kollin, active 1868-1901 84 Russian silver standard mark Ivan Sergeyevich Lebedkin and Erik Kollin are both associated with the storied firm of Carl Faberge. Lebedkin and Faberge marks appear together on numerous objects and Erik Kollin was in charge of all Faberge workshops begining in the 1870's and until 1886 when he was replaced by Michael Perkhin. References: Walters Art Museum for a dimunitive icon of Kazan Mother of God, accession number 44.819, Ivan Lebedkin and Vasilii Semenov; Christie's February 8, 2012, Lot 310 for a slightly larger icon with maker's initials EK. The subject of this icon is of the highest stature in the Russian Orthodox Church. It represents the Virgin Mary as the protector and patron of the city of Kazan and of Russia. The original Our Lady of Kazan icon was believed to have been brought to Russian from Constantinople in the 13th century in honor of the establishment of the Khanate of Kazan. In 1438, the icon disappeared, to be miraculously recovered in 1579 in pristine condition after a young girl had a dream about where it was located, beneath the ruins of a burnt out house. Considered miraculous, the icon became the object of popular devotion and was moved to Moscow. Especially important in the 17th Century with the rise of the Romanov dynasty to power, Our Lady of Kazan was believed to have the power to protect Russia from invading forces. The holy image continues to be one of the most venerarted in the Russian Orthodox church. Six different colors of enamel- white, cobalt blue, green, lavender, sky blue and ochre, each requiring a separate firing, decorate the jewel-like oklad of this beautiful icon. The hand chased details of the vestments are superbly rendered. The icon retains its original finish. It would have been used by an aristoctratic traveler on his or her journey to provide protection the image is credited with. Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age. the enamel intact and vibrant, minor wear to side border, original velvet backing is worn and loose, oxidation around bale. Height: 5 inches including bale Width: 3.63 inches.

Attributed to:
Erik Kollin (Maker)
Dimensions:
Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 3.63 in (9.23 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Enamel,Silver
Place of Origin:
Russia
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
19th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
New York, NY
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU5828232972012

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