The Story Behind this Icon:
Saint Alexandra was an Empress of Rome and wife to the great persecutor of Christians, Diocletian. She was so impressed by the courage and martyrdom of Saint George that she became a Christian and fell under the same persecution.
In her Holy Icon, Saint Alexandra is depicted in her royal robes with a crown, indicating her worldly status but also her perfection in her martyrdom. When a Saint holds a cross in their hand, as Saint Alexandra does here, it indicates they were martyred. Saint Alexandra is also shown holding a building, indicating her role in the foundation of Christianity in the Roman Empire: only a few short decades after the reign of Diocletian, Christianity became the official religion of the Empire!
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This icon is made of solid, natural limewood (Tilia) that has been prepared by hand using traditional methods and organic materials. The background is comprised of 22 Karat gold leaves that were meticulously applied by hand, piece by piece.
All of our icons are reproduced according to museum print standards and are authentic replicas of Holy Icons from Mount Athos and elsewhere.
Learn more about how our Holy Icons are made here.
Our most popular dimensions are pictured, to scale.
Depending on the size and theme, Holy Icons are available in both Recessed and Level styles.
RECESSED
The groove in our recessed icons adds depth to the Iconography, making the icon even more dramatic and impressive. In order to keep the relative proportions, the depth of the groove changes with the size of the Holy Icon.
LEVEL
Level icons allow the Iconography to retain its boldness even in smaller sizes. As such most of our level icons have smaller dimensions.
Backside details vary with icon size and serve to ensure that your Holy Icon will stand the test of time.
Solid wooden icons of larger dimensions are prone to bending and damaging as time passes. Fortunately, our Holy Icons are supported by two additional, horizontal wooden protective panels on the backside. These panels bolster the icon and allow it to sustain its shape, ensuring that your Holy Icon will remain in its original, pristine condition as it is passed down from generation to generation.
Icons of smaller dimensions are naturally sustainable over time, and experience less structural stress. As such, you will find that the backside of smaller Holy Icons is flat and proportional to their shape.
