Virgin Mary Paramythia Orthodox Icon, Serigraphy Canvas with Gold Leaf, Handmade Greek Byzantine Religious Wall Art, Blessed on Mount Athos

This icon of the Panagia Paramythia (the Consolation) is a vintage-style serigraphy on canvas with rich gold-leaf detailing and an aged patina that echoes a centuries-old original. It reproduces the wonderworking image of the Vatopedi Monastery on Mount Athos, the Mother of God with the Christ-child reaching to cover her lips. Available in large formats up to 41×58 cm.

Product Specifications

• Technique: Handmade serigraphy (silkscreen) on canvas with gold-leaf detailing and an aged vintage finish
• Mounting: Canvas on wood
• Origin: Handcrafted in our family workshop in Greece
• Available sizes: 4.6×6.1, 6.2×8.5, 10×15, 14×20, 20×28, 27×40 and 41×58 cm
• Made to order in any theme upon request

The Significance of the Panagia Paramythia

The Panagia Paramythia — "the Consolation" or "the Comfort" — is one of the most beloved wonderworking icons of Mount Athos, treasured at the Holy Monastery of Vatopedi. It recalls a moment of divine intervention in which the Mother of God warned the monks of an impending raid: in the image the Christ-child reaches up to cover His mother's mouth, while she gently moves His hand aside to speak her warning.

For this reason she is venerated as the ever-watchful protectress who brings comfort and peace to those in distress. As a devotional icon, the Panagia Paramythia is a sign of the Mother of God's maternal care and intercession — a treasured presence in any prayer corner and a meaningful gift.