Russia, Imperial. An Icon of Christ and the Theotokos, with Silver Riza, c. 1850 certificate_of_authenticity He returned to Canada to

He returned to Canada to serve with the 1st Prince of Wales Victoria Rifles

flanked by laurel branches on either side

and a Photograph of Private Mulhall Seated in Front of a Building (black and white

Bawlfwas medically examined at Witley Camp on September 7

44 mm (w) x 66

Russia, Imperial. An Icon of Christ and the Theotokos, with Silver Riza, c. 1850 certificate_of_authenticity He returned to Canada toA well preserved icon depicting Christ and the Theotokos. Presented on a gessoed wooden board, the image consists of hand painted faces and hands of the former. Riveted to the board is a hand hammered silvered brass riza featuring the robes of Christ and Mary executed in detail, complete with wide halos. Marys right hand gestures toward Christ, directing the viewer to the object of veneration. A suspension loop emanates from the top edge, while the