Price: $98.50
(as of Mar 27, 2025 16:29:39 UTC – Details)

This is a traditional Orthodox Christian icon known as the Lamentation (Pietà), beautifully crafted using ancient iconography techniques on carved wood. The piece measures 20 x 30cm and showcases exquisite craftsmanship using noble materials. Materials and Techniques: Base: Hand-carved wooden panel with raised borders Gilding: 24K gold leaf, creating luminous halos and lettering Paint: Natural plant-based dyes mixed with egg yolk (egg tempera technique) Traditional Byzantine iconographic style Artistic Elements: Mary is depicted in deep red and purple robes, colors historically made from precious natural pigments Jesus wears light blue garments, the drapery showing fluid movement Gold lettering in the corners shows IC XC (identifying Jesus Christ) and MP ΘV (Mary, Mother of God) The black background creates dramatic contrast with the figures and gold work Raised carved edges create a frame-like border The painting demonstrates masterful use of the egg tempera technique, where powdered natural pigments are mixed with egg yolk to create rich, lasting colors that maintain their vibrancy. The 24K gold leaf catches and reflects light, creating a luminous effect that changes with viewing angle and lighting conditions. The piece preserves the traditional methods of icon creation that have been used for centuries, combining spiritual significance with historical craftsmanship. Each material – from the carved wood base to the natural pigments and pure gold – has been chosen for both its symbolic meaning and its enduring quality. The emotional depth of the scene is heightened by the quality of materials and execution, capturing both the divine nature of the subjects and the human emotion of the moment.
Traditional Byzantine style painted on solid carved wooden panel
Dimensions: 20 x 30 centimeters (approximately 7.9 x 11.8 inches)
Created using ancient egg tempera technique with natural plant-based dyes
Rich color palette featuring deep reds, purples, and celestial blues
Relief-carved wooden frame border for added dimension
Each icon is handpainted using traditional methods passed down through generations
Natural materials include: carved wood, egg yolk tempera, plant-derived pigments, 24K gold
It come with a certificate of authenticity