Saint Barbara the Great Martyr Icon

Icon of Saint Barbara the Great Martyr | Handcrafted Orthodox Icon

Saint Barbara, venerated as one of the Holy Great Martyrs, lived in the 3rd century and was secretly converted to Christianity despite her pagan father's efforts to shield her from the faith. When he discovered her devotion, he had her tortured and ultimately put to death for refusing to renounce Christ. She is most often depicted holding a chalice, symbolizing the Holy Mysteries and her role as a protector against sudden, unprepared death — granting the faithful the chance to receive Communion before passing. Saint Barbara is widely invoked as a patroness against fire, lightning, and sudden calamity, and is a beloved intercessor for those seeking a peaceful Christian death.

This icon of Saint Barbara is a thoughtful gift for those working in high-risk professions — firefighters, miners, soldiers, builders, and electricians — as well as anyone seeking protection for their home from fire and disaster. It's also a deeply comforting gift for those facing serious illness or for their loved ones, as Saint Barbara is venerated as a patroness of a peaceful Christian death. It's a meaningful choice for anyone named Barbara as a name-day gift.

Feast day:

• Julian calendar (Old Calendar churches): December 4/17
• New calendar: December 4

Note that the exact date may vary depending on the calendar tradition observed by a particular Church (Julian vs. Gregorian).

The author of this icon is Vladimir Tsybin, a master of miniature icon painting. This icon is a reproduction of his work.

🖼 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.