Stunning Gold Leaf Background • Traditional Orthodox Sacred Art
Up for sale is a beautiful and detailed traditional Greek Orthodox icon depicting Saint Christopher (Agios Christoforos) safely carrying the Christ child across the waters. This striking piece features a vibrant, highly reflective gold leaf background that beautifully catches and plays with ambient light. It is meticulously mounted on a solid, recess-bordered wooden panel with a classic painted red trim, a finished dark reverse side, and an attached top cord making it immediately ready to display.
| Subject | Saint Christopher carrying Jesus Christ |
| Art Style | Byzantine / Greek Orthodox |
| Medium | High-quality lithograph print reproduction on wood |
| Background Finish | Vibrant Gold Leaf / Foil Accents |
| Dimensions (Centimeters) | 24 cm x 18.5 cm |
| Dimensions (Inches) | Approx. 9.4" x 7.3" inches |
| Weight (Grams) | 550 grams |
| Weight (Ounces) | Approx. 19.4 oz |
| Display Feature | Top hanging cord loop attached |
The icon is in very good vintage condition. The lithograph detailing and the gold leaf background are highly preserved, crisp, and exceptionally luminous. There is minor, authentic age-appropriate shelf wear and slight paint rubbing along the red borders and outer wooden edge corners, which enhances its vintage character. Please review all provided high-resolution close-up photos to accurately assess the item's cosmetic condition.