Bidspirit auction | AN ANTIQUE RUSSIAN ORTHODOX ICON

AN ANTIQUE RUSSIAN ORTHODOX ICON OF ST NIKOLAY - A rare antique Russian Orthodox hand-painted oval icon on a wooden panel depicting Nikolay the Pleasant. Saint Nicholas is considered the patron saint of sailors, merchants and children. However, absolutely everyone turns to him with everyday problems: it is believed that Nikolai the Ugodnik is the fastest helper, a source of spiritual support. Framed. Dimensions: 5 3/4 x 5 in.