Large Icon of the Mother of God of “the Sign” religious picture, embroidered

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Large Icon of the Mother of God of “the Sign” religious picture, embroidered:
$200.00

Icon of the Mother of God of “the Sign”

This is the icon most likely to confront any visitor to an Orthodox church or cathedral, as it is usually present in the upper part of the altar, the focal point of any church. It is also one of the most ancient Christian icons, being found in the first-century catacombs where the early Church worshiped secretly. What does this image show, and what is behind its name?

The icon shows the Mother of God from the waist up, facing us, with her hands lifted up to the level of her head, elbows bent. From time immemorial this gesture has signified a prayerful appeal to God. The Christ-child, Emmanuel, is depicted in a circle of light at her bosom. Icons of this type were, and still are sometimes, called Oranta (Latin for praying). Her prayerful stance also gives the impression of presenting us with Christ, and our attention is drawn – as always with icons of the Theotokos – to her Son, our Saviour.

icon size (without frame) - 20x24 cm
materials: canvas - linen, high quality Czech beads, plastic frame

Place of the icon in the house - southeast, south

ATTANTION! Price includes Frame.

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