19th Century Lead/Pewter Icon Saint John Baptist, The Forerunner

Description

An antique Russian Orthodox lead or pewter traveling icon
Unusual and rare image, very well detailed
A depiction of Saint … more An antique Russian Orthodox lead or pewter traveling icon
Unusual and rare image, very well detailed
A depiction of Saint John the Baptist holding a baptismal font with the little Jesus
The Eastern Orthodox iconography often presents this saint with wings. As well as "The Baptist" Saint John is also known as "The glorious prophet and forerunner of Christ". Therefore the presence of wings is to symbolize his status of divine messenger
It is a small icon, intended to be a traveling relic carried for veneration and protection
Saint John is believed to help protect families from harm in times of trouble
Old Cyrillic text on both sides of the hallo
Circa 19th century, Imperial Russia

Measurements: Approx. 5.25" x 4.5" x 7mm
Weighs about 1lb. 1 oz.

Condition: Very Good overall. Please see photos. Nice patina developed over time. All original less