Home iconostasis with Christ the Almighty, Saint Demetrius and Saint Mеnas

Home iconostasis with Christ the Almighty, Saint Demetrius and Saint Menas - hand-painted with silver and 24-karat burnished gilding

The small home iconostasis is three-part, made with a central part and two side wings.

In the middle, in an arched field, Christ the Almighty is presented - a frontal figure, blessing with His right hand and holding a closed Gospel in His left hand.

His expression is calm and suggests strength and mercy. 

On the left side, on a rectangular wing, is depicted Saint Demetrius, dressed in a military armor, holding a spear - a symbol of spiritual and physical bravery.

On the right side, also in a rectangular field,  is depicted Saint Menas, also in a military armor, holding a cross, as a patron saint of the family, travelers and the suffering.

The iconostasis is made of wood, with a fine carved ornament along the edge of the central part, and the color palette is warm - earthy, red and ochre tones prevail.

The composition is symmetrical, creating a feeling of prayerful peace and spiritual protection at the home space.

The rich golden background is particularly impressive, as the halos that are made with pure 24-karat water gilding, which symbolizes the Divine light and heavenly glory. The gold gives depth and radiance to the icons and turns them into an artistic masterpiece.

• Materials: Selected solid wood, MDF for the central part, 24K water gilding, colors of natural origin with mineral pigments

• Technique: Traditional egg tempera on a primed surface

• Dimensions: 20/23,5 cm.

• Coating: Protective varnish with UV filter for durability and resistance to moisture and light

• Origin: Hand-painted by a Bulgarian iconographer with a canonical approach

The iconostasis is an expression of faith, a blessing for the home and a valuable spiritual gift. It is suitable for any occasion – name day, wedding, baptism, new home or as a blessed companion in personal prayer.