Theotokos Panagia Paramythia Byzantine Wooden Icon
Bring the “Mother of God of Consolation” into your sacred space with our Panagia Paramythia Orthodox Wooden Mounted Icon (plus a laminated icon as a gift for your purchase). This piece is a respectful tribute to the Byzantine tradition, designed to serve as a window to the divine in your home, office, or parish bookstore.
Artisanal Craftsmanship & Family ‘Meraki’
Every Orthodox Wooden Mounted Icon is produced local in Brooklyn with a commitment to quality and reverence. We apply a high-quality printed sacred image to a solid wood surface using a specialized decoupage technique.
Unlike mass-produced items, our icons are a labor of love, handmade by our family to support our craft and our home. Each one is hand-finished with merakiโputting a piece of our soul into the workโto ensure every edge reflects a premium, artisanal feel. For added versatility, we have included a discreet, powerful magnet on the back, allowing you to place this sacred image on any metal surface. Please note that while this is a handcrafted artwork, it is not original hand-painted icons or hagiographic paintings.
Perfect for Prayer and Gifting
Whether you are establishing a new home prayer corner (iconostasis) or looking for a significant Christian gift, this Orthodox Wooden Mounted Icon offers both durability and elegance. Its magnetic backing and traditional aesthetic make it an ideal choice for:
- Home Devotion: A centerpiece for daily prayer and reflection.
- Sacramental Gifts: A lasting memento for Baptisms, Weddings, or Name Days.
- Church Bookstores: A high-quality, accessible option for parishioners seeking traditional imagery.
When you bring this icon into your home, you arenโt just buying a productโyou are receiving a piece of our heart and ‘meraki.’ Each icon is a labor of love, handmade by our family in Brooklyn to support our craft and our home. Your support allows us to keep this sacred tradition alive, bringing a timeless symbol of comfort and grace from our family to yours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the history of the Panagia Paramythia icon?
A: The Panagia Paramythia, or “The Consolation,” is a miraculous 14th-century fresco from the Vatopedi Monastery on Mount Athos. It is unique because of the positions of the hands: the Theotokos is holding the hand of the Christ Child away from her mouth, representing her maternal intercession and the mercy of God. It is a beloved icon for those seeking comfort, peace, and protection.
Q: How is this icon made?
A: Each icon is handcrafted in Brooklyn, New York by CMT Graphics. 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 suitable for a home Iconostas or as a gift?
A: Yes. The Panagia Paramythia is traditionally placed in home prayer corners to bring a sense of divine consolation to the household. Because our icons are mounted on heavy, high-quality wood, they make substantial gifts for weddings, housewarmings, or for anyone undergoing a difficult trial in life.
Q: How should I care for my handmade Panagia icon?
A: To preserve the hand-applied finish, simply wipe the icon gently with a soft, dry microfiber cloth to remove dust. Avoid water or cleaning chemicals, as the natural wood and hand-applied decoupage finish are best preserved in a stable, dry environment away from direct sunlight.
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
Our icons are handcrafted and made to order, so please allow time for production before shipping. Shipping time does not include production time. Pre-orders or backorders may take up to 2 weeks to produce, ship, and/or deliver, depending on workload, weather, and other factors. Hand-painted icons (ฮฑฮณฮนฮฟฮณฯฮฑฯฮฏฮฑ / iconography) may take up to 3 weeks.
(For example, if you select 2-day shipping, your order will be delivered 2 days after it ships, not 2 days after the order is placed.) Please visit our Shipping and Handling FAQ page for more information about how long you can expect production to take.
SHIPPING
We ship within the US ONLY (except CA). We DO NOT ship international orders. Shipping time does not include production time. When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on our shipping provider (USPS), shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page. Click here to learn more about shipping.
RETURN POLICY
We allow returns for many of our items, but restrictions may apply. Please visit our Return Policyย page for more information.
