This Magnificent Antique XIXc 1890 Russian Silver Icon 
is hallmarked 84 zolotnik, Moscow, 
bearing an assay mark of Anatoly Apollonovich Artsybashev & 
maker's mark in Cyrillic “B.C.” 
for Vasily Semenov - Василий Семёнов – 
who was a renowned silversmith of Moscow &  
a father of Maria Semenova - Мария Семёнова – 
one of the most prominent silversmiths of Imperial Russia,
specialised in enamelling work,
which was on par with Faberge & Ovchinnikov…
 
The icon depicts Pokrov - 
the Protection of the Most Holy Mother of God & Saints. 
 
The protecting veil of the Mother of God surrounds everybody 
with a scared omophorion, 
giving divine protection, security, safety & grace.
It protects from an evil eye, misfortune & any trouble. 
 
84 silver riza / oklad is incredibly detailed:
(every tiny crease of clothing is clearly visible) 
with halos, meticulously detailed & finely engraved, 
angels’ wings, Saints’ sleeves & other pieces of clothing crisp & 
showcased with exceptional attention to details
 
Underneath is fully painted, 
with faces of the Mother of God & Saints intricate & so lifelike…
 
Oklad is measuring 35cm x 30.5cm,
with an estimated silver weight of 1.5kg.
 
It’s inside a solid wooden case,
that measures 37.5cm x 42.5cm x 6.5cm 
 
It’s in remarkable condition