Russian-style icon of the Unsleeping Eye, hand-painted with gold leaf, 10x12 in
Russian-style icon of the Unsleeping Eye, hand-painted with gold leaf, 10x12 in.
This precious icon portrays Baby Jesus lying in the crib, entirely hand-painted following the tradition of the Byzantine school, with extraordinary craftsmanship.
Jesus wears a white and orange robe with refined green details, while the red crib, decorated with golden and green motifs, stands out strongly against the golden background enveloping the entire composition with light and spirituality.
The refined craftsmans...
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Russian-style icon of the Unsleeping Eye, hand-painted with gold leaf, 10x12 in.
This precious icon portrays Baby Jesus lying in the crib, entirely hand-painted following the tradition of the Byzantine school, with extraordinary craftsmanship.
Jesus wears a white and orange robe with refined green details, while the red crib, decorated with golden and green motifs, stands out strongly against the golden background enveloping the entire composition with light and spirituality.
The refined craftsmanship is evident in every stroke and brushstroke, reflecting the experience and dedication of the master iconographer. The background, with hand-applied gold leaf, provides depth and luminous reflections visible in backlight thanks to subtle overlapping layers.
The icon is protected by a clear varnish, preserving its brilliance and details over time.
Dimensions: 25x30 cm, thickness: 3 cm.
Support: meticulously smoothed and prepared linden wood.
An artwork of intense faith and beauty, ideal for those seeking a representation of the Baby Christ loaded with meaning, crafted with authentic iconographic mastery.
