Description
Sarah the matriarch and the birth of Isaac
Sarah is the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac in the Book of Genesis. The promise of a son, her response to it, and Isaac's birth in her old age are central to her story. Genesis 21:6 connects the child's birth with laughter, echoing the meaning associated with Isaac's name.
The icon portrays Sarah in a red garment with a light-colored veil. She holds an English scroll expressing joy given by God, a thematic reference to the Genesis narrative rather than a complete biblical quotation. The solitary figure directs attention to Sarah herself instead of depicting the birth scene.
This biblical subject can support reflection on waiting, trust, and the complexity of family life in Genesis. It can also accompany Scripture study at home or in a parish. The wording on the scroll forms part of the printed image and remains in English.
Made in Poland on linden wood
Art Christiana makes this icon to order on a linden-wood board with two coats of primer. The image is printed directly onto the prepared surface and finished with decorative gold-tone metal leaf (schlagmetal). A certificate bearing the production year and a hanging fixture are attached to the back.