An antique late 19th century Russian Orthodox hand painted icon of Vladimir Mother of God. Mixed media painting: egg tempera, gesso, and levkas on a wood board. The icon is enclosed in an 84 gilt Silver riza or oklad, a protecting case with repousse work. Titled in Church Slavonic in the bottom middle. Hallmark of 84 silver standard and makers mark. There is a suspension ring on the backside. Vladimirskaya icon is a 12th century Byzantine icon, an early example of the Eleusa iconographic type and one of the most culturally significant pieces of art in Russian history. Russian Icon Painting, Orthodox Religious Items and Collectibles.