Object Description
Wood and silver framed icon of Mother of God. The wooden frame is lined with a thin layer of silver. In the silver lining there is an ivory leaf design. In each corner there is a silver cross like design with a vintage cross like design in the center. The center is a metal picture of Mary holding baby Jesus. There are is a small angel on each side of Mary's head. And right above the angels are the greek writing meaning "Mother of God". The back of the frame has a leather lining.
Origin
Donated by Constance Theodore.
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Citation
Icon, March 1, 2013, Constance's Collection, National Hellenic Museum, https://hellenic.whirlihost.com/Detail/objects/9562. Accessed 03/29/24.