Russian Triptych of Saint Nicholas of Mozhaisk, Based

Sword in one hand, a whole city in the other.

This triptych of Saint Nicholas of Mozhaisk comes from Russia and dates to the 16th century. It is bronze, now mounted on a base. Saint Nicholas of Mozhaisk is a widely venerated Russian image of the saint, usually shown holding a sword and a model of a fortified town, as protector of the city. Here he stands at the center with arms spread, framed by angels. Each wing is divided into two scenes of small figures in relief, and a cresting of winged heads and a small framed image rises above. It is 6.5 inches high, with the image 5 wide.

Protection, pocket sized.