Saint Pope Leo the Great Orthodox Wooden Icon

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Size 12x15 cm (5”x6”) 23x30 cm (9"x12") 30x39 cm (12"x15")

Handmade in Portugal • Free worldwide shipping • Ships to USA in 5–7 business days

Wooden Icon of Saint Pope Leo I the Great Defender of Rome & Christian Faith

🕊️ Exquisite Orthodox Icon of Saint Pope Leo the Great

This beautifully crafted wooden icon honors Saint Leo the Great (Pope Leo I, 440–461 AD)—one of the most influential Church Fathers and a fearless defender of Christian orthodoxy. A pivotal figure in early Christianity, he shaped theological doctrine and saved Rome from destruction through his wisdom and faith.

✝️ The Legacy of Saint Leo the Great
Defender of the Faith: Combated heresies (Manichaeism, Eutychianism) and affirmed Christ’s divine-human nature at the Council of Chalcedon.

Protector of Rome: Persuaded Attila the Hun (452 AD) and Genseric the Vandal (455 AD) to spare the city from devastation.

Theological Brilliance: Left 100+ sermons and 140 letters—cornerstones of Christian teaching.

Venerated Relics: Rest in St. Peter’s Basilica (Vatican) in a chapel bearing his name.

🖼 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 saint in different languages⬅️

Chinese (Simplified): 伟大的教宗圣良一世
Czech: Svatý papež Lev Veliký
Danish: Sankt pave Leo den Store
Dutch: Sint paus Leo de Grote
English: Saint Pope Leo the Great
Estonian: Püha paavst Leo Suur
Finnish: Pyhä paavi Leo Suuri
French: Saint pape Léon le Grand
German: Heiliger Papst Leo der Große
Greek: Άγιος Πάπας Λέων ο Μέγας
Italian: San papa Leone Magno
Japanese: 偉大なる教皇聖レオ
Latvian: Svētais pāvests Leons Lielais
Lithuanian: Šventasis popiežius Leonas Didysis
Norwegian: Sankt pave Leo den store
Polish: Święty papież Leon Wielki
Portuguese: São Papa Leão Magno
Romanian: Sfântul Papă Leon cel Mare
Russian: Святитель Лев Великий, папа Римский
Serbian: Свети папа Лав Велики
Slovak: Svätý pápež Lev Veľký
Slovenian: Sveti papež Leon Veliki
Spanish: San Papa León Magno
Swedish: Sankt påve Leo den store
Ukrainian: Святитель Лев Великий, папа Римський

Shipping & Delivery

Where do you ship from?

All orders are handcrafted and shipped securely from Portugal.

Processing time

Please allow 3–5 business days for preparation before dispatch.

Delivery to USA

FedEx Express: 5–7 business days
Standard Shipping: 10–20 business days

Customs & Duties

For most USA orders, no additional duties are charged at delivery.

(If exceptions apply, local customs rules may vary.)

Tracking

Every shipment includes full tracking.

Returns & Damage Protection

30-day returns accepted.

If your order arrives damaged, we will replace or refund it promptly.

Product Details

What is the icon made of?

Each icon is created on a premium wood panel using archival mineral pigment technology for exceptional depth, color, and longevity.

The surface is finished with natural beeswax for protection and a timeless appearance.

A hanging mount is included, ready for display or prayer corner use.

Is it hand-painted?

This icon is a high-quality artistic reproduction of the original sacred image, produced using a professional multi-layer pigment process.

Each panel is individually prepared and hand-finished by our artisans, ensuring a beautiful and durable result with the character of traditional icon craftsmanship.

Custom Icons & Personal Orders

Can I order an icon using my own image?

Yes. We can create a custom icon using your image or a specific saint.

Each piece is carefully crafted on a wood panel using our traditional process.

Can you make a different size?

Yes, we offer custom sizes upon request — including larger formats.

Shipping costs for oversized icons are calculated individually.

✨ Handmade with Care

All icons are created by our Orthodox Christian artisans in Portugal.

Each piece is made individually, not mass-produced.

🙏 Additional Information

Is the icon blessed?

Icons are not pre-blessed.

You may have your icon blessed at your local parish if desired.

Can this be a gift?

Yes. We can include gift packaging or a personal note upon request.

Product safety & manufacturer info

Workshop: Iconsofsaints
Email: info@iconsofsaints.com
Location: Leiria, Portugal
All icons are handcrafted by professional Christian artisans
Specialization: Traditional Orthodox icons

⚠️ Safety Information (EU GPSR Compliant):
This item is intended for decorative and religious use only.
Not a toy. Not suitable for children under 14 years of age.
Keep away from open flames and high humidity environments.
Designed for wall display. Includes a metal hook — ensure proper and secure mounting.
Coated with natural wax — avoid use of chemical or abrasive cleaning agents.

This product complies with the General Product Safety Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2023/988).