19th century Russian icon."Virgin of Kazan".Painting on wood.brass Oklad. In need of restoration and general cleaning. Wear and tear due to use and the passage of time. Measurements: 28,5 x 24 cm.Russian icon showing The Virgin and Child in her arms, painted on wood, with brass oklad, embossed and chiselled. The Virgin of Kazan or Our Lady of Kazan is an icon venerated in the Russian Orthodox Church depicting the Blessed Virgin Mary as patroness and protector of the city of Kazan. It is the most venerated Marian invocation by the Russian Orthodox, having its origins in the 16th century.