Theotokos means "God-bearer," the ancient title given to Mary as the Mother of God. In this image, known as the Theotokos of Tenderness, she holds the Christ Child close with her head bowed toward his. It is one of the most loved icons in the Christian tradition, a picture of both a mother's love and her quiet knowledge of what lies ahead for her son.
Each card is printed on premium textured cardstock and then finished by hand with gold-colored leaf and painted details that catch the light as the card moves. Because every card is embellished individually, no two are exactly alike.
A traditional prayer to the Theotokos is printed on the back. The card comes with a matching envelope, closed with a wax seal, so it arrives ready to give.
Key features
Theotokos of Tenderness: a classic icon of the Mother of God and the Christ Child, in the Byzantine tradition.
Hand embellished: gold-colored leaf and paint applied by hand to every card, making each one unique.
Archival print: fade-resistant inks on premium textured cardstock, so the colors stay rich for years.
Complete set: prayer card, matching envelope and wax seal.
Size: 21 x 15 cm.
A meaningful gift: suited to baptisms, chrismations, confirmations, namedays, Christmas, Mother's Day, or as a note of comfort.
Details
Made by hand in a small studio in Arctic Norway.
As each card is finished individually, the embellishment will vary slightly from the photo.
Shipping: sent worldwide in a stiff envelope to keep it flat and protected.