Religious St. Nicholas handmade Icon

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Submitted by sweetrose on Sun, 07/27/2008 - 06:43.

General Item Category

Paintings

Medium - What is the item made out of (e.g. "silver")?

Felt-sequins-thread-various media

Distinguishing marks or signature (e.g. artist's name, silver hallmark)

On the back it states was made in Messinia, Greece, 1923

Date Period (Estimated date of item if known)

1923

Price Paid (If known)

Size and dimensions of this item

Weight

Condition

Excellent

History

Given to family member, from someone who came over from Greece.

Long Description and Pictures (jpg, gif, png)

This is a unique religious icon. Dont know much about the technique. Its almost 3d, made with various textiles and fabrics. Its almost as it under the threads of the robe, there might be material to make it more 3 dimensional. It is very ornate.  Not sure of the technique used.
Any critique would be helpful. Im assuming its a rare item, being from greece from 1923. Any ideas?
Thanks!

eBay Auction Link

Item for Sale?

No, I don't want to sell it

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