Saint John the Forerunner - Cross, Hand-Painted Icon with Gilding polished with Embossed Halo

The icon depicts Saint John the Forerunner, the greatest prophet and Forerunner of the Lord. Renowned for his austere life in the wilderness and his bold preaching of repentance, Saint John serves as a living example of devotion and purity. In Orthodox iconography, he is often portrayed with a solemn and spiritual demeanor, holding a cross and the Gospel, and referred to as “Ὁ Μείζων ἐν γεννητοῖς γυναικῶν” (“The Greatest Among Those Born of Women”).

This handmade icon, crafted in Mount Athos, highlights the spiritual strength and humility of Saint John, inspiring the faithful to follow the path of repentance and holiness.

The icon comes with a certificate of authenticity and is offered with free shipping, making it ideal for your prayer corner or as a meaningful gift, bringing the blessing of Saint John the Forerunner into your space.

Gilding polished iconography is a technique that gives a glossy and smooth texture to sacred icons and on Mount Athos, this tradition is deeply rooted. Using special materials such as egg white, the surface of the icon is carefully polished, enhancing the colors and adding depth, as seen in many Athonite icons renowned for their spiritual power. This iconography is done on natural wood, meticulously prepared by the monks. The wood is coated with gesso to create a stable and smooth base, ensuring that the burnished surface retains its shine and durability over time, remaining worthy of the Athonite tradition.

- The production time for each handmade icon is up to 15 days, plus additional shipping time to your region.