Saint Paraskevi, Hand-Painted Icon with Gilding polished with Embossed Halo

The icon depicts Saint Paraskevi, the revered saint of our Church, known as the protector of the eyes and sight. Saint Paraskevi was born in Rome and, from a young age, devoted herself entirely to Christ, choosing a life of piety and purity. In iconography, she is often depicted holding her eyes in her hands, symbolizing the divine power for healing and restoration of vision.

This icon is filled with spiritual strength and brings a sense of peace and protection, as Saint Paraskevi is considered the protector of the sick and those suffering from vision problems.

The icon comes with a certificate of authenticity from Mount Athos and is offered with free shipping, making it an ideal addition to your home altar or a meaningful gift, bringing the presence and grace of the saint 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.