Russian Icon Depicting Saint Nicholas the Wonder Worker, Based

A small bronze saint in an arched frame.

This icon depicting Saint Nicholas the Wonder Worker was cast in bronze in Russia, dated in the record to the 16th century. Small bronze icons like this were commonly carried or hung in the home as devotional objects. The saint is shown from the chest up in an arched panel with a raised border, holding a book, with a small loop at the top. The bronze is a warm, dark gold with softened relief, and it stands on a black stand.

About 5 inches tall. A small, old face with lots of presence.