St Nicholas

Icon

Heritage Studio
St. Petersburg, Russia
2006
Relief carving, African palm wood
1 5/8 × 1 7/8 inches
Reproduction carved relief icon, original kept at the Russian St. Panteleimon monastery at Holy Mount Athos.

Relief-carved icons were once highly valued and were widely distributed in Europe. The tactile nature makes images accessible for people without sight. The art nearly vanished in the mid-20th century and has now been revived. These icons are handmade using ancient tools and techniques. Available from Heritage Studio in St. Petersburg