Mother of God "Joy of All who Sorrow", Russian-style hand-painted icon, 12x10 in
Mother of God "Joy of All who Sorrow", Russian-style hand-painted icon, 12x10 in.
Sacred icon executed by hand following the tradition of Russian iconography, painted on linden wood with egg tempera and applied gold leaf.
The scene represents the Mother of God "Joy of All who Sorrow", venerated for the miracle that occurred in Moscow in the 17th century, when a seriously ill woman recovered after praying before this image.
The Virgin stands at the centre, shown upright with a golden halo and a purp...
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Mother of God "Joy of All who Sorrow", Russian-style hand-painted icon, 12x10 in.
Sacred icon executed by hand following the tradition of Russian iconography, painted on linden wood with egg tempera and applied gold leaf.
The scene represents the Mother of God "Joy of All who Sorrow", venerated for the miracle that occurred in Moscow in the 17th century, when a seriously ill woman recovered after praying before this image.
The Virgin stands at the centre, shown upright with a golden halo and a purple mantle, her arms open in a gesture of welcome while the sick, the poor and the suffering gather around her in supplication.
According to tradition, the Virgin's intercession brought healing and consolation, quickly spreading devotion to this icon as a sign of mercy and protection.
The composition includes angelic figures and those receiving aid, emphasising the role of the Mother of God as mediator and comforter for those in trial.
Icon delivered in an elegant blue velvet case with satin interior.