Hand-painted Romanian icon of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, 7x6 in
Hand-painted Romanian icon of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, 7.1x5.9 in.
This icon of Saints Peter and Paul has been hand-painted following the canons of the Byzantine iconographic tradition. The image shows the two Apostles standing side by side, supporting a church placed at the centre of the scene, a symbol of the Church founded on their witness. Saint Peter is depicted with the keys, signifying the authority entrusted to him by Christ, while Saint Paul holds books, recalling his mission as a pro...
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Hand-painted Romanian icon of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, 7.1x5.9 in.
This icon of Saints Peter and Paul has been hand-painted following the canons of the Byzantine iconographic tradition. The image shows the two Apostles standing side by side, supporting a church placed at the centre of the scene, a symbol of the Church founded on their witness. Saint Peter is depicted with the keys, signifying the authority entrusted to him by Christ, while Saint Paul holds books, recalling his mission as a proclaimer of the Gospel.
Carefully crafted, the reverse of the wooden panel bears a certificate of authenticity attesting to the icon's artisanal production.
The icon is delivered in an elegant red velvet box designed to protect it during transport and preserve it over time.