Russia, Imperial. An Icon Of The Mother Of God, Joy Of All Who Sorrow Auction Archive a Slovak Bravery Medal miniature

a Slovak Bravery Medal miniature pin

the obverse depicting a concrete bunker in grassy fields

with a long ribbon banner at the base inscribed "SEVENTEENTH LANCERS"

the obverse with a raised central W

Russia, Imperial. An Icon Of The Mother Of God, Joy Of All Who Sorrow Auction Archive a Slovak Bravery Medal miniatureA well preserved icon of the Mother of God, Joy of All Who Sorrow. Constructed of a gessoed wooden base inset with dual reverse slats to mitigate warping, the obverse depicts a hand painted, finely detailed image of the crowned Theotokos clutching the infant Christ. Both wear red cloaks with blue undergarments signifying their divinity and humanity, respectively. Their heads are surrounded by gilded halos, while the Theotokos is flanked by Greek