Saint Paul the Apostle. Wooden orthodox icon.

Saint Paul the Apostle. Wooden orthodox icon.

This wooden Orthodox icon depicts Saint Paul the Apostle, one of the greatest proclaimers of the Christian faith. The original icon was painted in 1862 by the renowned iconographer Vasily Makarovich Peshekhonov, a master of the 19th-century Russian ecclesiastical tradition. Today, the icon is preserved in the State Museum of the History of Religion in St. Petersburg, where it is valued for both its artistic craftsmanship and its spiritual depth.

In this icon, Saint Paul is portrayed as the fervent preacher of the Gospel—wise, ascetic, and illuminated by divine truth. His thoughtful gaze reflects the inner fire that transformed him from Saul the persecutor into Paul the Apostle, chosen by Christ Himself on the road to Damascus. Traditionally he is shown holding the Epistles, symbolizing his profound contribution to the New Testament and his role as teacher of the universal Church.

Saint Paul is especially revered as:
• Apostle to the Nations and tireless missionary
• Teacher of Christian doctrine and spiritual wisdom
• Example of repentance, transformation, and steadfast faith
• Protector of preachers, theologians, and those studying Scripture
• Intercessor for courage, endurance, and clarity of purpose

This icon honors the Apostle whose words continue to shape Christian life around the world, reminding believers that God’s grace can transform even the hardest heart into a vessel of divine love.

🖼 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.