Authentic icon of The Holy Mother of God "Tenderness" (Eleusa)

Authentic icon of The Holy Mother of God "Tenderness" (Eleusa)

Holy Mother of God "Tenderness" (Eleusa) is among the most revered icons of the Mother of God with the Child. She protects the home and the family, helps mothers and children.

A suitable gift for health, for the home, a gift for love, a gift for a baby, for a new venture, a suitable gift for the Christian family. The Virgin Mary is associated with three major Christian holidays. August 15th is the Assumption, September 8th is the Nativity and November 21st is the Introduction.

The icon is created using materials and paints according to the original technology for making of Orthodox icons. Gold leaf, patina, and cracking varnish were used, to make the icon look even more authentic. The icon is painted with egg tempera paint, as per the traditional technology for icon painting.

This lovely work of art is signed by the artist, and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.