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'¨) ¸.'¸.'¨) ¸.'¨) (¸.' (¸.' Virgin Hodegetria Icon Plaque The icon plaque, circa 1960s in age, is crafted in bronze & finely decorated with glassy blue & red enamel. The icon depicts Jesus Christ as a child being held in the arms of His mother, Mary. She is depicted with strong features but her direct gaze convey love & compassion. Flanking the Theotokos are the letters 'ΜΡ ΘΥ', an abbreviation of the Greek: 'Mater Theos' - the Mother of God. With her hand she directs us to the Infant she is holding. The Infant is identified to us as Jesus Christ (abbreviated as IC XC). He is the size of a toddler, but his features are those of an older child. His eyes look calmly towards the instruments of the Passion held by the two Archangels situated on the upper left & right of the Virgin Mary. Mary & Child are set against a background of glassy cobalt blue enamel. The image in the top left cartouche is that of Simeon the God-Receiver showing him with the child Christ. The image in the top right cartouche is Joseph of Nazareth (a rare feature) guiding the child Christ. Three winged putti flutter above the head of the Virgin Mary. The plaque measures 3 inches wide x 4 3/8 inches tall. Weight is 204 grams. A hanging metal ring is on the reverse for wall mounting. Most of my items ship free. Your orders will be carefully packaged & shipped from Illinois, USA. I appreciate your business & want your experience with Our Lady's Mantle to be easy & hassle-free. If, for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, please contact me. Customer satisfaction is very important to me & I will answer any questions or concerns. (Please see Shop Policies for more information on returns & refunds). I am always appreciative of your five star review on Etsy Thanks for visiting my shop! (ATQB-L-1) Antique Russian Bronze & Enamel Virgin Hodegetria Icon Plaque
