Virgin Mary Holding the Christ Child – Silkscreen on Naturally Aged Wood – Mount Athos

Description

Icon of the Virgin Mary Holding the Christ Child on Naturally Aged Wood
The collectible icon of the Virgin Mary Holding the Christ Child is crafted on canvas and mounted on naturally aged wood, adorned with a hand-forged halo. The wood features cracks and a textured relief, elements that enhance the aesthetic charm of the icon’s Byzantine style.

This is a magnificent depiction of the Virgin Mary Holding the Christ Child. The name “Vrefokratousa” (Holder of the Infant) derives from the tenderness and care the Theotokos (Mother of God) shows toward the young Jesus, whom she cradles in her arms. It is one of the many epithets given to the Virgin Mary, stemming from either her portrayal in icons, such as this particular “Vrefokratousa,” or the regions where churches dedicated to her name are located, as well as from hymns or traditions.

The monks of Mount Athos, deeply devoted to the historical and spiritual significance of their sacred environment, strive to utilize everything around them for the glory of God. Even perishable materials or old objects that seem to have no use are carefully restored and transformed into icons through meticulous techniques, thus continuing to “live” and convey the blessings of Mount Athos.

Through the “Athonite Heritage” initiative, these collectible icons can reach the hands of those who long to hold a piece of living Athonite tradition.

As the icon is handmade, and the wood is processed manually, slight variations in the wood may occur; however, the depiction itself remains unchanged.

The icon is available upon request.

Dimensions: 25 x 30 x 2.5 cm