Handcrafted Icon of Saint John the Forerunner

Description

This artistic reproduction of a medieval Orthodox icon depicts Saint John the Forerunner – Saint John the Baptist, one of the most venerated saints in the Christian tradition. He devoted his life to faith and repentance and baptized Christ in the waters of the River Jordan. Revered as a powerful spiritual protector, Saint John is a symbol of purity, humility, faith, and spiritual strength.

Saint John the Baptist is commemorated on January 7 – Ivanovden (Saint John's Day), one of the most important feast days in Bulgarian tradition. On June 24 – Enyovden, the Orthodox Church celebrates the Nativity of Saint John the Forerunner. These feast days make the icon an especially meaningful and symbolic gift for people named Ivan, Ivana, John, Joanna, and related names.

The icon is handcrafted from pure copper sheet and mounted on a solid linden wood board, stained in an elegant walnut color. The combination of natural wood and the warm glow of copper gives the piece an authentic, noble, and timeless appearance.

A Gift with a Personal Message

This copper icon is a wonderful choice for Ivanovden, Enyovden, a name day, birthday, christening, wedding, housewarming, or a special family occasion. It is a gift that offers not only beauty but also a profound symbolic message of health, protection, success, and prosperity.

The icon is supplied unconsecrated, allowing the blessing to be performed personally according to the occasion and the owner's wishes. For an even more personal gift, we can engrave a wish, prayer, or special message on the back using laser engraving.

A Unique Piece, Crafted with Care

Each icon is one-of-a-kind and handcrafted and comes with a certificate of authenticity. It is not considered a cultural heritage item and may be legally taken or shipped outside Bulgaria, making it a suitable gift for a loved one living abroad.

Specifications:

• Materials: pure copper sheet and linden wood
• Frame dimensions: 28 х 20 х 2 cm
• Icon dimensions: 22.5 х 16.5 cm
• Handcrafted
• Certificate of authenticity: included
• Personalization: laser engraving available
• Consecration: church consecration available upon request

Choose a gift with soul and meaning. The copper icon of Saint John the Baptist is a beautiful way to express love, respect, and heartfelt wishes to someone special, while giving them a meaningful piece that can become a treasured keepsake for generations to come.