Ukrainian or Russian. Over 3 ½” height modeled in high relief with central Corpus Christi. The cross beam with crisp Cyrillic script top and bottom. Angled foot rest, The top of the center post with a dual vignette and the bottom with a cushion or chest. The lower torso flanked by a rod and staff. The figure particularly characterful and meticulously detailed with delineated fingers and nails in the hands. The size and quality suggestive of use by a Priest or perhaps Bishop. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay restored on a gilt Sterling silver mounted polished leather neck cord for modern wear.
