Christ and Theotokos order (Hagia Sophia) Masterpiece Icon Set - 6x7.5in

Product Name: Christ and Theotokos order (Hagia Sophia) Masterpiece Icon Set - 6x7.5in
Christ and Theotokos (Hagia Sophia) Masterpiece Icon Set - 6x7.5in. This icon set includes mosaic icons of Christ and the Theotokos from the Hagia Sophia in Constantinople. The stunning images were uncovered in the 20th century, after the ancient church was changed from a mosque into a museum. Masterpiece Icon boards, available in selected sizes, are individually handmade in our wood shop from high-quality poplar and oak lumber grown in renewable American hardwood forests. They are then sanded and painted by hand, and a stainless steel hook is added for easy hanging. Natural wood absorbs moisture from the air, and so it expands and contracts with the humidity. For this reason, every Masterpiece board is fitted with slats to prevent warping. These slats are made in the traditional manner. They add a beautiful, hand-crafted feel to the icons, while order also serving an important function.