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Icon of the Theotokos “Joy and Consolation”
Workshop of A. D. Salautin, Palekh · 19th Century
Museum-Quality Reproduction | Historic Miracle-Working Image
The icon of the Most Holy Theotokos “Joy and Consolation” is a deeply revered Orthodox image known for bringing comfort, hope, and inner peace to those who turn to the Mother of God in prayer. This museum-quality reproduction is based on a 19th-century original created in the renowned Palekh icon-painting tradition, in the workshop of A. D. Salautin, one of the distinguished masters of his time.
In this icon, the Virgin Mary is depicted with a gentle, compassionate expression, radiating maternal love and mercy. Her image conveys the promise of heavenly consolation to all who suffer, grieve, or carry heavy burdens in their hearts. The Christ Child, close to His Mother, symbolizes divine grace, healing, and the living presence of God among His people.
The Palekh style is evident in the refined drawing, harmonious proportions, luminous colors, and delicate highlights that give the figures a spiritual, almost ethereal presence. Gold accents and subtle color transitions enhance the sense of sacred light, drawing the viewer into a prayerful contemplation.
Before the icon of the Theotokos “Joy and Consolation”, the faithful traditionally pray for:
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Comfort in sorrow and grief
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Strength during trials and life’s hardships
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Healing of soul and body
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Peace in the family and reconciliation
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Relief from despair, anxiety, and fear
This icon is especially cherished by believers seeking spiritual support and reassurance that the Mother of God hears their prayers and intercedes before her Son. It is well suited for a home icon corner, chapel, or as a meaningful and prayerful gift for loved ones.
🖼 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.
The name of this icon in different languages⬅️
- Chinese (Simplified): “喜乐与安慰”圣母像
- Czech: Ikona Bohorodičky „Radost a útěcha“
- Danish: Ikon af Gudfødersken "Glæde og trøst"
- Dutch: Icoon van de Moeder Gods "Vreugde en Troost"
- English: Icon of the Theotokos “Joy and Consolation”
- Estonian: Jumalasünnitaja ikoon „Rõõm ja lohutus“
- Finnish: Jumalansynnyttäjän ikoni "Ilo ja lohdutus"
- French: Icône de la Mère de Dieu « Joie et consolation »
- German: Ikone der Gottesmutter „Freude und Trost“
- Greek: Εικόνα της Θεοτόκου «Χαρά και Παρηγοριά»
- Italian: Icona della Madre di Dio "Gioia e Consolazione"
- Japanese: 生神女のイコン「喜びと慰め」
- Latvian: Dievmātes ikona „Prieks un mierinājums“
- Lithuanian: Dievo Motinos ikona „Džiaugsmas ir paguoda“
- Norwegian: Ikon av Guds Mor "Glede og trøst"
- Polish: Ikona Matki Bożej „Radość i pocieszenie”
- Portuguese: Ícone da Mãe de Deus "Alegria e Consolação"
- Romanian: Icoana Maicii Domnului „Bucurie și mângâiere”
- Russian: Икона Божией Матери «Отрада и Утешение»
- Serbian: Икона Богородице „Радост и утеха“
- Slovak: Ikona Bohorodičky „Radosť a útecha“
- Slovenian: Ikona Božje Matere »Radost in tolažba«
- Spanish: Icono de la Madre de Dios "Alegría y Consuelo"
- Swedish: Ikon av Guds Moder "Glädje och tröst"
- Ukrainian: Ікона Божої Матері «Радість і Втіха»
