An angel is a messenger of God, and a being which has stood before God and praised Him from a time before human comprehension. We cannot fully grasp what an angel's exact nature is, but we can understand an angel's function on earth. In icons, angels—especially the high-ranking Archangels—are depicted in an earthly form. All the angels are dressed as humans, in clothing accented with gold, the color of holiness and Heaven.
In the Bible, Gabriel is a key liaison between God's work and human comprehension of it, so he is clothed in a deacon's vestments. His vestments are oftentimes green, a color which contrasts to red in its connection to peaceful renewal and the mediating power of the Holy Spirit through the sacraments. Gabriel also carries a reed, which shows that he bears messages in peace.
This icon was painted by Athanasius Clark.
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Wonderful as a set
I purchased this icon along with the other Clark icons which go with this specific set. I have them all displayed on my icon wall, and with the uniform art and form, they add a special detail and balance which I was looking for in my own little church at home. I highly recommend this set.
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very beautiful!
An amazing icon! Very beautiful colors. I also like the rectangular shape of this icon! Very vivid!
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Archangel Gabriel
I chose this icon as a gift for a friend with a special devotion to Archangel Gabriel, and I am pleased with the product. The style is beautiful and well-balanced, whilst being vibrant and fresh.
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