Russia, Imperial. An Icon of the Saviour of Blessed Silence, c. 1895 Republic of 4th Panzer Regiment

4th Panzer Regiment

November 13

within a reeded border

Stamped onto the left side of the liner in black ink is a size mark of “57” and an additional mark of “BKL

topped by two eyelets through which is fitted a magnetic metal suspension wire

Russia, Imperial. An Icon of the Saviour of Blessed Silence, c. 1895 Republic of 4th Panzer RegimentA well preserved and expertly written icon of the Saviour of Blessed Silence. Presented on a gently vaulted and gessoed wooden board and executed in hand painted pigments, the image consists of a depiction of a pre incarnate Christ in the form of an angel, complete with wings, a bishops crown, and a halo featuring a seven pointed red and blue slava, the colours symbolizing his divinity and humanity, and the points harkening to the days of creation and