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Theotokos of Tenderness Mounted Icon
$24.99
Bring the gentle beauty of the Theotokos of Tenderness into your home with this Byzantine Wooden Mounted Icon. Also known as Panagia Glykophilousa, this beloved image expresses the deep love between the Mother of God and Christ Child, making it a meaningful piece for prayer corners, gifts, and sacred home display.
Disclaimer: The final product may differ slightly, as each item is handmade rather than machine-produced. Colors or surface finishes may vary slightly from the product photos.
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Theotokos of Tenderness – Byzantine Wooden Mounted Icon
This Theotokos of Tenderness Orthodox Wooden Mounted Icon offers one of the most beloved images in Orthodox tradition: the Mother of God holding Christ close, cheek to cheek, in a tender expression of love, mercy, and divine intimacy. Known in Greek as Panagia Glykophilousa, this iconographic type is cherished for its warmth and spiritual depth, inviting prayerful reflection on the closeness between the Theotokos and her Son.
Crafted on solid wood and hand-finished with care in Brooklyn, New York, this devotional piece is made using a high-quality printed sacred image applied with the decoupage technique. Its luminous colors and traditional Orthodox style make it especially fitting for a home prayer corner, office, church bookstore, or as a thoughtful Orthodox Christian gift for housewarmings, name days, baptisms, and personal devotion.
The Theotokos of Tenderness is especially loved as an icon of maternal compassion, comfort, and intercession. Created with respect for Orthodox iconographic tradition, this piece should be described accurately as a handmade wooden mounted icon made with decoupage, not as an original hand-painted icon or hand-painted hagiographic artwork. A timeless devotional piece, it brings sacred beauty, tenderness, and reverence into everyday life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the meaning of the “Theotokos of Tenderness” icon?
A: Known in Greek as the “Eleusa,” the Theotokos of Tenderness depicts the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child with their cheeks touching. This style emphasizes the deep, maternal love between the Mother of God and her Son, as well as the intimate relationship between God and humanity. It is one of the most beloved and comforting images in the Orthodox tradition.
Q: How is this icon made?
A: Each icon is handcrafted in Brooklyn, New York by The Faith Shop NY. A high-quality printed sacred image is applied to solid wood using the decoupage technique โ a method of layering and sealing the image onto the wood surface for a durable, long-lasting finish. Each piece is hand-finished with care, which means slight variations in color or surface finish are normal and part of what makes each icon unique.
Q: Is this icon a traditional gift for specific occasions?
A: Yes. Because of its theme of love and protection, the Theotokos of Tenderness is a traditional gift for new mothers, baby showers, Baptisms, and weddings. It is often the first icon placed in a childโs bedroom or a family prayer corner (iconostasis).
Q: How do I care for my handmade wooden icon?
A: To preserve the hand-applied finish, simply wipe the icon gently with a soft, dry microfiber cloth. Avoid using water or harsh chemicals. Because it is made of natural wood in our Brooklyn studio, we recommend keeping it in a stable environment away from extreme humidity.
Q: Can I request a custom size for my favorite Saint, Lord, or Panagia for my home?
A: Yes! Since we manufacture every piece in our home-studio, we can accommodate custom prepaid requests to fit your specific home prayer corner (iconostasis) or wall display. Please email us at shop@cmtgraphics.com to discuss your custom project.
Delivery & Returns
Production
Each item is handcrafted and made to order in our Brooklyn workshop.
Please allow 5โ7 business days for production, finishing, inspection, and packaging before shipment.
Orders containing multiple items will ship together once every item is ready. Production may require additional time during Pascha, Christmas, and other high-volume periods.
For namedays, baptisms, weddings, or other time-sensitive occasions, we recommend ordering at least three weeks in advance.
If you need your order by a particular date, please contact us before purchasing so we can confirm whether the deadline can be accommodated.
Visit our Shipping and Handling page for complete production and delivery information.
U.S. Shipping
After production is complete, U.S. orders are shipped from Brooklyn, New York. USPS transit usually takes approximately 2โ5 business days.
Most U.S. orders arrive approximately 7โ12 business days after the order is placed. Delivery estimates are not guaranteed and may be affected by holidays, weather, carrier delays, or other circumstances outside our control.
Worldwide Shipping
We ship internationally. Delivery times vary depending on the destination, shipping service, customs processing, and local postal service. International customers are responsible for any applicable customs duties, taxes, or import fees.
Returns
Return eligibility depends on the type of product purchased.
Custom, personalized, and made-to-order items may be non-returnable unless they arrive damaged, defective, or incorrect.
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| Weight | 1 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 2.5 × 3.5 in |
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