Russian
Amulet Box with The Virgin and Child, 19th century
Silver
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A silver Russian amulet box with the Virgin and Child engraved on the front. The box is shaped like a clam shell, edged with a pattern of lines. There is an engraved flower with five petals on both sides of the Virgin and Child. The bottom of the amulet box features a bouquet of engraved flowers.
Tapestry Room
Commentary
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