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Hand-painted Orthodox icon of the Mother of God (Iviron Portaitissa), made on Mount Athos

How a Hand-Painted Orthodox Icon Is Made — From Wood Board to Gold Leaf

A step-by-step guide to how a true hand-painted Orthodox icon is made — from the wood board and gesso to gold leaf, egg tempera, the sacred inscription, and the final...
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Craftsmanship and History of Icon St. Nicholas the Wonderworker

Discover the profound craftsmanship and spiritual significance behind the icon St. Nicholas the Wonderworker of Mozhaisk. Whether you are a devoted Orthodox Christian or a collector of Byzantine religious icons,... Read More
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