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Orthodox Icons Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Orthodox Icons our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide

Composite Icon with the Crucifixion, Christ, Saints and Gospel Scenes

1050 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg

This artwork exemplifies Orthodox iconography's focus on conveying divine grace through stylized representations rather than realistic detail. ‘Composite Icon with the Crucifixion, Christ, Saints and Gospel Scenes’ is a captivating Middle Byzantine icon created around 1050 by Orthodox Icons. Executed in enamel style, it embodies the profound religious traditions of Byzantium and showcases intrica

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The Mother of God of Tenderness (Theotokos of God of Belozersk)

1250 · The State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg · original 156 x 107 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Glorification of the Cross (back side of 'Christ Acheiropoietos')

1200

Magnificent Byzantine icon from 1200! ‘Glorification of the Cross’ showcases intricate detail & symbolism in tempera on wood. Explore Orthodox artistry & spiritual depth.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Deesis from the Church of Nikola of Kozhe

1300 · The State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg · original 140 x 110 cm

Discover 'Deesis' from the Church of Nikola of Kozhe – a stunning 1300 Byzantine icon featuring Christ & saints. Explore its gold leaf, rich symbolism & timeless beauty.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Same size as the original$641110 × 140 cm Commission at original size

St George and the Youth of Mytilene

1250 · British Museum, London

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Saint Nikita slaying the demon

1843 · The State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg · original 36 x 31 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Christ Acheiropoietos (made Without Hands)

1200

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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The Saviour of Furious Eye

1400 · The State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg · original 107 x 78 cm

A striking Byzantine-style icon of Jesus Christ featuring a dual-toned face and symbolic red cross, crafted by Orthodox Icons around 1400 to evoke profound spiritual reverence for your private collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$40478 × 107 cm Commission at original size

Virgin (Theotokos) and Child between Saints Theodore and George

Saint Catherine's Monastery, Saint Catherine

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Praises of the Theotokos. Virgin with Tree of Jesse

1600 · original 60 x 46 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Same size as the original$23546 × 60 cm Commission at original size

Apa Abraham

Bode Museum, Berlin

This striking Byzantine-style Orthodox icon of Saint Abraham features earthy tones and sacred symbolism to evoke divine grace, offering a profound spiritual connection for collectors seeking authentic religious art.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Icon of Sts. Peter and Paul from Belozersk

1230 · The State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg · original 139 x 90 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Same size as the original$52990 × 139 cm Commission at original size

Theotokos of Kholm

1125 · Museum of Volyn Icon, Lutsk · original 95 x 66 cm

Ancient Orthodox icon of Theotokos of Kholm (1125). Aged Byzantine art, gold leaf & earthy tones. A unique historical piece reflecting reverence & devotion.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Same size as the original$36766 × 95 cm Commission at original size

Archangel Michael, slaying the Shakers, saints Sisinius and Maruf, with the martyrdom of Sisinius

View the most popular artwork of Orthodox Icons ranked #14: Archangel Michael, slaying the Shakers, saints Sisinius and Maruf, with the martyrdom of Sisinius

1831 · original 32 x 26 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Our Lady of the Sign from Zverin Monastery (front side)

1250 · original 73 x 64 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Same size as the original$29364 × 73 cm Commission at original size

Annunciation of Ustyug

1140 · original 238 x 168 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Same size as the original$1349168 × 238 cm Commission at original size

Theotokos of Azov

1700 · original 194 x 156 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Same size as the original$1060156 × 194 cm Commission at original size

Hodegetria

1150 · Hilandar Monastery, Karyae

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Saint Nikita slaying the demon

1850

Discover 'Saint Nikita slaying the demon,' a powerful Orthodox icon reproduction hand-painted by skilled artisans. Explore traditional Eastern Christian art & symbolism – perfect for collectors & spiritual decor. WahooArt offers museum-quality reprod

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Demetrius of Thessaloniki

1225 · original 156 x 108 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Same size as the original$660108 × 156 cm Commission at original size

Synaxis of the Twelve Apostles

1300

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Theotokos of the Caves (Svensk) with the Monks Anthony and Theodosius of the Caves

1288 · Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow · original 67 x 42 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Same size as the original$23742 × 67 cm Commission at original size

St. Simeon Stylites with Scenes from His Life

1575 · original 122 x 85 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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Virgin Mary on the Throne

1150

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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The Savior of Golden Hair

1225 · original 59 x 42 cm

Exquisite 1225 Orthodox icon "The Savior of Golden Hair." Admire its Byzantine style, dramatic lighting & symbolic details – a timeless piece of religious art.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 25 of 42 artworks by Orthodox Icons
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The artist

Orthodox Icons

Quick facts

Topics exploredbyzantine art, religious iconography, medieval art, iconography
Color intensityvivid, balanced
Museums on APSNational Museum in Warsaw, British Museum, Bode Museum, Museum of Volyn Icon, The Ryazan State Regional Art Museum
Typical colorsdark, earthy
Top-ranked workComposite Icon with the Crucifixion, Christ, Saints and Gospel Scenes
Works on APS42

Biography

The Eternal Window: The Sacred Tradition of Orthodox Icons

To gaze upon an Orthodox icon is not merely to observe a painting, but to encounter a window into the eternal. This profound tradition of religious art, rooted deeply in the soil of Byzantine Christianity, transcends the boundaries of time and geography, stretching from the ancient heart of Constantinople across the vast landscapes of Eastern Europe and beyond. Unlike the Western Christian tradition, which often seeks to capture the tangible realism of the human form and the dramatic narratives of earthly life, the art of the iconographer strives for something far more elusive: spiritual contemplation. The goal is not to replicate the physical world with photographic accuracy, but to illuminate the sacred mysteries of faith, evoking divine grace through a language of stylized symbols and luminous textures.

The origins of this venerable art form are found in the early centuries of the Christian era, drawing inspiration from Jewish traditions of depicting God’s glory and the exquisite beauty of illuminated manuscripts from Alexandria and Jerusalem. As the Byzantine Empire established itself as a beacon of Christian culture, icon painting blossomed into a highly disciplined craft. The artists, or iconographers, adhered to strict theological canons, believing that the divine could only be properly expressed through forms that transcended earthly limitations. Through the use of specific proportions and a unique perspective, they created a visual theology where every color, line, and gesture serves as a vessel for the holy.

A Legacy of Divine Light and Symbolism

The technical mastery of Orthodox iconography is inseparable from its spiritual purpose. The use of gold leaf is perhaps the most striking element, acting as more than mere decoration; it represents the uncreated light of God, creating a shimmering, celestial atmosphere that separates the sacred subject from the mundane world. This alchemy of divinity transforms the wooden panel into a portal of radiance. Every element within the composition carries profound weight:

The Use of Gold: Symbolizing the divine presence and the eternal kingdom that exists beyond the reach of shadow.
Stylized Figures: The elongated features and solemn expressions of saints are designed to direct the viewer's focus away from physical beauty toward spiritual essence.
Symbolic Color Palettes: Specific hues are employed to convey theological truths, such as blue for humanity and red for divinity or martyrdom.
Inverse Perspective: A technique where lines converge toward the viewer rather than a distant horizon, symbolically inviting the observer into the sacred space of the icon.

Throughout history, various regional styles have emerged, enriching the broader Byzantine tradition. In Russia, the art reached new heights of emotional and spiritual depth through masters like Andrei Rublev, whose work, such as the iconic Trinity, exemplifies a sense of profound peace and interconnectedness. Meanwhile, in Bulgaria and Romania, local traditions introduced unique nuances, such as the delicate beauty of icons painted on glass, ensuring that the breath of this ancient art continued to move through the hearts of the faithful across generations.

The Enduring Significance of the Iconographic Vision

The historical significance of Orthodox icons lies in their ability to act as a living chronicle of faith. They have survived the rise and fall of empires, the shifts of political ideologies, and the changing tides of artistic movements. Even in the modern era, the tradition remains a vital force, providing a sense of continuity and stability in an ever-changing world. The iconographer does not seek fame or individual expression in the modern sense; rather, they serve as a humble conduit for a much larger, divine narrative.

Today, the study and preservation of these works allow us to touch the pulse of history. Whether it is the monumental mosaics of ancient monasteries or the intimate, hand-painted icons found in private devotion, the essence remains unchanged. The icon continues to perform its primary function: to invite the soul into a direct, unmediated dialogue with the sacred, offering a moment of stillness and a glimpse of the divine radiance that persists through the ages.

Questions & Answers

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