Theotokos Chapel Icon - T218

Perfect for use in a home prayer corner, this icon of the Theotokos and Christ is rendered in bold colors with a simple, clear design — making it especially accessible for new converts, while still offering depth of meaning and beauty to those with more experience with icons.

The image depicts the Theotokos (Mother of God) in the Glykophilousa style — literally, the "Sweet-Kissing" or tender-loving. In the icon, the Theotokos holds Christ her Son as if holding Him up for the viewer to observe this young boy who is the Salvation of the world. This intimate pose, distinct from the more formal Hodegetria type, emphasizes the deep human bond between Mother and Son even as the Child's cruciform halo, inscribed with "Ὁ Ὢν" (He Who Is), affirms His divinity. Christ holds a scroll of Scripture, foretelling His ministry, while His small hand reaches up to touch His mother's face.

Above the pair, two angels hold their arms out toward the central figures, representing the awe of the heavenly hosts at Christ's Incarnation.

Rendered in a rich palette of crimson, teal, and gold on a luminous ochre ground, this icon is a beautiful reminder of Mary's tenderness toward her Son — and by extension, her tenderness toward all who venerate her.

This icon is available as a reproduction in our Classic or Masterpiece finish. Classic icons are handmade from durable MDF with a real wood veneer; Masterpiece icons are individually handcrafted from natural poplar and oak, finished with traditional cross-slats to prevent warping. Both are available with our exclusive in-house Protective Wax finish for lasting durability and luster.

This icon makes a meaningful gift for a baptism, name-day, or chrismation.