Icon "Theotokos Quick to Hear"

Icon of the Theotokos "Quick to Hear"

Panteleimon Monastery on Mount Athos

Wood, gilding, paints

Dimensions: 22 x 18 cm

Traditional iconography

Icon of the Theotokos Quick to Hear

Icon of the Theotokos Quick to Hear

The icon represents the image of the Theotokos "Quick to Hear" — one of the most revered in the Orthodox tradition, known as intercessory and quick to help in prayers.

The Theotokos is depicted with the Christ Child in her arms, in a classic iconographic manner. Her gesture and gaze are directed towards the viewer, symbolizing compassion, mercy, and readiness to hear prayer.

The golden background embodies divine light and timeless spiritual space, emphasizing the sacred nature of the image. The icon is made according to the canons of Orthodox iconography, using traditional materials and techniques.

Its origin from the Holy Mount Athos gives the work special spiritual significance and enhances its sacred value.

This work is an icon painting product, created in the tradition of the Athonite school, and meets the canonical and artistic requirements of sacred art, possessing artistic, museum, and collection value.