Description

Byzantine orthodox hand painted on very old Antique sea wood Archangel Michael. Greek-Cretan art original icon on wood of 10.2 x 5.5 in,with raised borders..

 On the top corners of the icon there are the acronyms of the words “Archangel of Michael” in the ancient Greek byzantine alphabet.

PROCEDURE: First of all I prepare the wood with special materials so I can carefully sketch the figure on it. After that I start painting the basic colors and later on I come back many times with my various brush sizes to end up to the concrete details of the Holy faces. This icon is made according to the traditional old art of byzantine iconography where the image is painted on wood or canvas, with egg tempera (egg yolk, vinegar, and color in dust). After painted, it is varnished so it is preserved through time. My aim is to draw friendly and merciful holy faces so that their gentleness inspires somebody to pray and hope.

CUSTOM FEES: I kindly remind you that the buyer is responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply if you are located outside EU.