Russia, Imperial. An Icon of Christ and the Theotokos, with Silver Riza, c. 1850 certificate_of_authenticity A HIAG (Mutual Aid Association

A HIAG (Mutual Aid Association of Former Waffen-SS Members) Tracing Service file for SS-Sturmmann Martin Geiger

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

and Sultan Mehmed V

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 A HIAG (Mutual Aid AssociationA 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