{"product_id":"hand-painted-byzantine-icon-christ-pantocrator-gold-leaf-tempera-on-wood-greece","title":"Hand-Painted Byzantine Icon Christ Pantocrator – Gold Leaf Tempera on Wood Greece","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ehand-painted Byzantine icon of Christ Pantocrator\u003c\/strong\u003e brings a sense of grounded history and quiet reverence to a modern collection. The striking gold leaf background and rich, traditional pigments offer a luminous focal point that feels both ancient and intentionally curated. While traditionally a devotional piece, this icon serves as a beautiful textural element in a Dark Academia gallery wall or tucked into a styled bookshelf alongside leather-bound volumes and brass accents. Its heavy wood block construction allows it to stand with presence on a mantle or a small easel, adding an architectural layer of old world soul to your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLuminous gold leaf background in the Byzantine tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich tempera pigments on canvas overlay atop a solid wood block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-signed by the artist in Greek (lower left)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy wood block construction — stands independently on a mantle or easel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic patina with minor distressing to wood edges revealing natural grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount Athos tradition, origin: Greece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 3.5\" W × 5.5\" H\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-Painted Byzantine Icon of Christ Pantocrator.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tempera on wood block, gold leaf background, canvas overlay.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greece (Mount Athos tradition).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-signed in Greek (lower left).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Disclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLovely, authentic patina with minor distressing to the wood edges and corners, revealing the natural grain and age. Small, characteristic signs of wear to the gold leaf and paint surface add to its found vintage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat vintage\/antique condition: items may show light scratches, small marks, patina, or minor wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll vintage items are final sale and non-refundable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease see full shop disclaimer for additional notes on vintage and antique items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Crows Nest Vintage Decor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43936010436673,"sku":"43936010436673","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/5375\/5201\/files\/ChatGPTImageMay11_2026_09_26_38PM.jpg?v=1778599934","url":"https:\/\/www.crowsnestdecor.com\/products\/hand-painted-byzantine-icon-christ-pantocrator-gold-leaf-tempera-on-wood-greece","provider":"Crows Nest Vintage Decor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}