Russia, Imperial. An Icon of Christ and the Theotokos, with Silver Riza, c. 1850 Province of China Captain Rogers succumbed to his

Captain Rogers succumbed to his wounds

a Foreword by Chief of the General Staff

eagle’s head is below the bottom rope

the Memorial Card Accompanying the Memorial Cross (printed in black ink on a white card stock

Ethel May Thompson (which was later changed to his wife

Russia, Imperial. An Icon of Christ and the Theotokos, with Silver Riza, c. 1850 Province of China Captain Rogers succumbed to hisA 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