St Gabriel Icon

This is a premium quality silkscreen icon, handmade with gold leaf on cotton canvas and mounted on solid natural carved wood. Halos, inscriptions, and ornaments are hand-painted, while the image is varnished for long-lasting protection. The icon is ready for hanging, featuring a leather strap on the back, and comes with a certificate of authenticity.

Iconography & Symbolism
The icon depicts St Gabriel the Archangel (also known as Gabriil, Gavriil, Gavriel), the heavenly messenger of God. Archangel Gabriel is most often represented holding a lily, staff, or sphere, symbolizing purity, divine mission, and his role in bringing good news. He is especially known for announcing the Incarnation to the Virgin Mary at the Annunciation.

In Orthodox tradition, Gabriel is also seen as a protector of the faithful, a guide of souls, and a messenger of divine mysteries. His image in icons recalls obedience to God’s will and the joy of salvation.

Feast Day
In the Orthodox calendar, the Synaxis of the Archangel Gabriel is celebrated on March 26, the day after the Feast of the Annunciation. He is also commemorated on July 13.

Suitable Gift For:

• Families seeking angelic protection

• Baptisms and name days (Gabriel, Gavriil, Gabriela)

• Expectant mothers and children, recalling the Annunciation

• New homes and prayer corners

• Anyone seeking purity, guidance, and divine protection