Gabriel the Archangel Orthodox hand-painted icon is one of the most famous and revered icons in the Orthodox tradition. The Archangel Gabriel is considered the messenger of God’s messages and an important figure in the Bible.
The icon depicts Gabriel in all his glory and majesty. He is usually depicted standing, holding an open scroll or letter in one hand and the other hand raised in a blessing or gesture of greeting.
The face of Archangel Gabriel is depicted as young and handsome, with bright eyes and wings, symbolizing his heavenly origin and presence in the spiritual world. He is dressed in rich clothing, often in white or gold, indicating his holiness and divine essence.
Archangel Gabriel is considered the messenger of God’s will and the Angel of good news. He is known for his role in announcing to the Virgin Mary the birth of Jesus Christ. In iconography, he is often depicted before the Virgin Mary, bringing her the glad tidings.
The icon of Archangel Gabriel has a deep spiritual meaning and reminds believers of the importance of accepting God’s will and divine plan for their lives. It calls believers to faith, obedience and openness to divine messages.
This icon is often placed in church spaces, especially on the iconostasis, near the altar or in a place of honor. The faithful turn to the icon of the Archangel with prayers for blessing, help in accepting God’s will, protection from evil and guidance in the spiritual life.
The icon of Archangel Gabriel serves as a source of inspiration and consolation for believers, reminding them of God’s divine presence and care in their lives.
In the icon painting workshop “Mstyora Icons” you can buy Gabriel the Archangel Orthodox Icon, which is made in the best traditions of Russian iconography. A handmade icon of the Archangel is not only an expression of spiritual elevation and faith, but also a real work of art, which will become an exquisite decoration of your iconostasis.
All stages of icon production, starting with the icon board and ending with tempera painting, are performed by professional masters and painters of iconography with many years of experience and work experience. Customers of the icon painting workshop are Orthodox Temples and Monasteries.
All the icons of the Mstyora Icons icon-painting workshop are made in strict observance of the iconographic canon of the Russian Orthodox Church.
Order an icon of Archangel Gabriel to be painted in the icon painting workshop “Mstyora Icons” in the village of Mstyora, Vladimir region, where icons have been painted since 1628.
It is possible to paint an image in any size to order.
We accept orders for measurement icons, analoy icons, church icons, and icons for iconostasis.
