Holy Foremothеr Eve — Icon of the First Woman

Wooden Icon of Holy Foremothеr Eve — Icon of the First Woman

This icon depicts the Holy Foremother Eve — the first woman, the mother of all the living, venerated in the Orthodox Church as one of the holy ancestors of Christ. She is shown here not as a figure of shame or fall, but as a saint: robed in crimson and deep teal, her head covered in a white veil, crowned with a golden halo, and holding a scroll — the ancient symbol of one who carries sacred knowledge and belongs to the company of the holy. Her gaze is direct and full of quiet dignity. In her other hand she holds the scroll gently to her heart, as if treasuring what has been entrusted to her.

This is a rare and deeply significant icon. The Orthodox Church commemorates Eve not merely as the one who fell, but as the one who repented — who walked with God before the Fall and who, together with Adam, is numbered among the forebears of the Saviour. The Church's vision of Eve is ultimately one of hope: her sorrow became the sorrow of all humanity, and her longing for restoration found its answer in the Virgin Mary, the New Eve, through whom the Redeemer entered the world.

Feast Day: The Sunday of the Holy Forefathers (two Sundays before the Nativity of Christ) and the Sunday before the Nativity — when the Orthodox Church commemorates all the righteous ancestors of Christ from Adam onward.

Why this icon is meaningful:

This is one of the rarest icons in Orthodox iconography, and its presence in a home carries a profound message — that womanhood itself is holy, that repentance restores dignity, and that no human story is beyond redemption. It is a deeply meaningful icon for women of any age, a remarkable gift for those named Eva or Eve, and a thoughtful addition to any icon corner that honors the full breadth of sacred history. It also speaks beautifully to anyone who has known failure and found their way back — a reminder that the first mother of humanity is counted among the saints.

🖼 Product Features

Each icon in our workshop is made to last a lifetime and beyond. The image is printed with rich, fade-resistant pigment inks on a premium solid-core wood panel — then hand-finished with a natural beeswax coating that deepens the colors, protects the surface, and gives each piece the warm, reverent quality of a traditionally crafted sacred object. A metal hanging hook is included on the back, so your icon is ready to display the moment it arrives.

• Crafted on a premium wood panel — 1.6 cm (0.6") thick, sturdy yet lightweight
• Fade-resistant pigment print — rich, true-to-life colors that last for generations
• Natural beeswax finish — hand-applied for depth, protection, and a traditional feel
• Ready to hang — metal hook pre-attached on the reverse
• Hand-finished by Orthodox Christian artisans in Portugal

📏 Available Sizes

• Small – 12 x 15 cm (5” x 6”)
• Medium – 23 x 30 cm (9” x 12”)
• Large – 30 x 39 cm (12” x 15”)

🎁 Perfect For

• Meaningful Orthodox Christian gifts
• Housewarming and family blessings
• Prayer corners and devotional spaces
• Baptisms, name days, weddings, and feast days

🌍 Worldwide Delivery

Securely packed and shipped worldwide from Portugal with tracking.

✨ Crafted with Tradition

Each icon is carefully made by Orthodox Christian artisans in Portugal — created to become a lasting blessing for your home or a treasured gift for someone you love.