“Abalak” icon of the Mother of God of the Sign. Large size.

Abalak icon of the Mother of God of the Sign with St Mary of Egypt and St Nicholas of Myra.

The icon of the Mother of God "Of the Sign" is also known by various names, including Abalatskaya, Abalakskaya, and Abalat. The icon depicts a central panel with an icon of the Mother of God in an orans pose (prayerfully uplifted hands), and the Divine Infant, at her bosom, usually surrounded by a circular mandorla which represents the uncreated light and glory of God; in the left border is the figure of St. Nicholas of Myra and in the right border is St. Mary of Egypt. This icon is commemorated by the church November 27.

This icon is made with tempera paints and gold leaf. Paints are applied in multiple layers using a patented stencilling technique.

All icons are blessed.