Description
Raphael and the journey of Tobias
Archangel Raphael accompanies Tobias in the Book of Tobit. The fish in that biblical story is connected with the restoration of Tobit's sight, making it a characteristic attribute of Raphael in Christian art. This image presents the archangel alone, bringing that scriptural association into a portrait suitable for contemplation.
A green cloak falls over an ivory-colored tunic. Raphael holds a silver-colored fish in one hand and a staff topped with a cross in the other. Golden wings and a halo frame his face, while a blue headband adds a small contrasting detail. The name above the figure is written in English.
Made on linden wood in Poland
Art Christiana makes this icon to order in Poland on a linden wood panel prepared with two layers of primer. The image is printed directly onto the prepared wood, and decorative metal leaf, known as schlagmetal, is applied by hand to the gilded areas. This is a printed icon with hand-finished gilding. A certificate bearing the year of production and a hanging fixture are included.
For prayer and contemplation
The icon can accompany prayer for people who are ill, those who care for them, and loved ones setting out on a journey. Its biblical subject makes it suitable for a home prayer space, a chapel or a personal patron-saint gift.