Mother of God Oranta—Showing the True Path

Virgin Mary Orthodox icon

20×30 cm
7.8×11.8 inches

This hand-painted icon of the Mother of God is created in the traditional Byzantine style using egg tempera, natural pigments, and genuine gold leaf. This icon is crafted with the intention of bringing peace, protection, and spiritual comfort into your home.
The Theotokos is depicted as the loving intercessor—the one who tenderly presents our prayers to Christ and shelters the faithful beneath her maternal care.

✨ This icon will be created especially for you to order.
Please allow 4-6 weeks for completion.
Thank you for your patience as each icon is crafted with care according to traditional Byzantine methods.

✨ Materials & Technique

• natural wood panel
• hand-prepared gesso ground
• hand-drawn composition
• egg tempera with natural pigments
• genuine gold leaf—23.7 K from established brand
• protective varnish

Each icon is entirely hand-painted.
No digital reproduction or mechanical processes are used.

✨ Symbolism & Meaning
The Mother of God is venerated as

• Protector of the home and family
• Comforter in sorrow and anxiety
• Guide toward Christ
• Intercessor for all believers

Her gentle gaze invites stillness, prayer, and trust.

✨Personalization Options

• Handwritten dedication on the reverse or on a beautiful certificate 24/30 cm
• Name or date inscription
• Optional priest blessing before shipping
• Custom size upon request

✨ Created with attention, patience, and prayer —
to bring peace, compassion, and reconciliation into the home.

✨ Shop Policies

Because each icon is created to order and prayerfully crafted by hand, I do not accept returns or exchanges. Cancellations are accepted within 3 hours of purchase.

If you have any questions before ordering, please feel free to contact me—I will be glad to help.