Christ Pantocrator (Sinai) icon. Extra large size.

Christ Pantocrator (Sinai) icon.

Christ Pantocrator of Saint Catherine's Monastery in Sinai is one of the oldest Byzantine religious icons, dating from the 6th century AD.The earliest known surviving depiction of Jesus Christ as Pantocrator (literally ruler of all), it is regarded by historians and scholars among the most important and recognizable works in the study of Byzantine art as well as Eastern Orthodox and Eastern Catholic Christianity.

Many agree that the icon represents the dual nature of Christ, illustrating traits of both man and God, perhaps influenced by the aftermath of the ecumenical councils of the previous century at Ephesus and Chalcedon. Christ's features on his right side (the viewer's left) are supposed to represent the qualities of his human nature, while his left side (the viewer's right) represents his divinity. His right hand is shown opening outward, signifying his gift of blessing, while the left hand and arm are clutching a thick Gospel book.

This icon is a high-quality printed image applied to a base made of natural wood (pine) and covered with a transparent protective varnish. Crafted in Russia. All icons are blessed.

20cm x 29cm