A copy of the ancient icon of Saint Great Martyr Demetrius. A fragment of the icons from the order of refrain, p. Strilki, Lvov region (XV century).
Since ancient times, a child is called by the name of the saint, who is a guardian throughout his life. Since then, there is a tradition - godparents give the newborn an icon. The icon is with the child, and later with an adult person, through the life, and it is not only a remembrance of the godparents, but also a pleasant reminder of joyful childhood.
Size 6.7’’ х 9’’ (17cm х 23cm)
Size 9’’ х 13’’ (23cm х 33cm)
Size 13’’ х 18’’ (33cm х 46cm)
HANDMADE. The thickness of wood 2 cm (0.79’’)
Made In Ukraine.
COMES WITH THE CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.
OUR TECHNIQUE
The icon is created on a traditional wooden base with set of levkas, a chalk-based natural glue, and a painted background. The icon is printed on a silk canvas and the final details are hand-painted by the iconographer. High-quality icon, with bright colors and the icon, seems like a hand-painted icon. Upon completion of the transcription, a few finishing touches are incorporated following special techniques of the St. Pantaleon monastery. Icons that are made in our workshop all come with a certificate bearing our seal, attesting to their originality and the authenticity of our technology. Only a certificate and seal can be a guarantee of the high and long-standing quality of our icons.
