An antique Russian hand painted Saint Nicholas icon. Depicted as an Orthodox bishop, wearing the omophorion and holding a Gospel Book. Tempera and gold on a wooden panel. Saint Nicholas, also known as Nicholas of Bari, was an early Christian bishop of Greek descent from the maritime city of Myra in Asia Minor during the time of the Roman Empire. Circa the mid late 19th century. Antique Orthodox Icons And Religious Collectibles.

Dimensions: Overall size: 17 x 14 in. All measurements are approximate.