Description
This 15th century icon portrays the nativity in the flesh of our God and Savior Jesus Christ. Visible in the icon, from the top, are the Star of Bethlehem (portrayed as the Holy Spirit), the angels, Magi, and a shepherd, Saint Joseph being tempted by the Devil (portrayed as an old man), and two women bathing the newborn Christ (testifying to His humanity). In the center is the cave, where rests the Theotokos with Christ lying in the manger.
As in all icons, the Child is portrayed as a miniature adult, pointing to the Son of God's agelessness. He is wrapped in strips of cloth, which double as swaddling clothes and grave clothes. His presence in a cave, or could we say, tomb completes the image: Jesus came to earth ultimately to submit to death and break its hold on humanity.
Details
Month: |
December |
Ratio: |
1x1.25 |
Ratio: |
Portrait |
Delivery & Returns
PRODUCTION
Our icons are hand-crafted and made-to-order. Allow time for production. Please note that your chosen shipping method does not include production time. (For example, if you select 2 day shipping, your order will be delivered 2 days after it ships, not 2 days after the order is placed.) Please visit our Shipping FAQ page for more information about how long you can expect production to take.
SHIPPING
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RETURN POLICY
We allow returns for many of our items, but restrictions apply. Please visit our Return Policy page for more information.
