Russian Style Painted Icon of Saint John the Baptist, 30x25 cm
Hand-painted religious icon on a lime wood panel depicting Saint John the Baptist in bust, following the tradition of the Byzantine iconographic school. With a serious expression and intense gaze, he points to himself with the index finger of his right hand, recognizing his prophetic mission. In his left hand, he holds a cup containing a naked figure with a halo, symbolizing the sacrifice of Christ. The wings, characteristic of the angelic representation of Saint John the Baptist in Byzantine ar...
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Hand-painted religious icon on a lime wood panel depicting Saint John the Baptist in bust, following the tradition of the Byzantine iconographic school. With a serious expression and intense gaze, he points to himself with the index finger of his right hand, recognizing his prophetic mission. In his left hand, he holds a cup containing a naked figure with a halo, symbolizing the sacrifice of Christ. The wings, characteristic of the angelic representation of Saint John the Baptist in Byzantine art, complete the sacred scene. The gold leaf applied to the background illuminates the icon, highlighting the face, inscriptions, and halo. A perfect orthodox icon to display in a prayer space or to gift to those devoted to Saint John the Baptist. It will be delivered in a blue velvet box lined with dark blue satin.