This table icon depicts Venerable Onuphrius the Great, a revered 4th-century desert ascetic who spent decades in complete solitude, prayer, and fasting in the Egyptian wilderness. His image stands as a symbol of unwavering spiritual strength, deep faith, and total renunciation of worldly life for the sake of God.
The icon is crafted using the refined and time-honored technique of cloisonné enamel, known for its rich visual texture and exceptional durability. Delicate metal partitions outline the image, and the spaces are carefully filled by hand with colored enamel. Each layer is kiln-fired at high temperatures, resulting in a vibrant, glass-like finish with striking color depth.
The compact format makes this icon ideal for placement on a desk, shelf, or in a home prayer corner. It serves not only as a sacred object of veneration but also as a fine example of ecclesiastical decorative art.
Purpose: personal prayer, spiritual gift, home icon corner.
