Icon of the Sign of the Blessed Virgin Mary - one of the most revered icons in Russia. One of the first mentions of this image belongs to 1170, when he was in Novgorod the Great. Then the prayer before this icon helped overcome Novgorod Suzdal squad, surrounded the city. In honor of this event the Archbishop of Novgorod Ilya ordained a feast in honor of Our Lady of the Sign, which is celebrated by the Church in the present time.
Later, in honor of the image of Our Lady of the Sign temple was built. At present the icon located in the ancient St. Sophia Cathedral of Novgorod.
Beautiful carved icon, made in compliance with all the Orthodox canons. The material used to create the image of expensive noble woods. This icon can be a wonderful gift for relatives and friends, or to take the place of honor in the home iconostasis.
Material: salary - mahogany, holy face - beech.
Size: 17x23 cm
