Icône Vierge Marie Porte du Ciel - Gilded wood 10.5 x 14.5 cm

This icon depicts the Virgin Mary as the “Gateway to Heaven”, in reference to her role as mediator between men and God. Hand-painted on wood gilded with gold leaf, it measures 10.5 x 14.5 cm. Mary presents the Infant Jesus in a blessing posture, holding a scroll. A delicately executed spiritual work inspired by Byzantine tradition. Ideal for prayer or as a sacred gift.

The Virgin Mary “Gateway to Heaven” (Porta Caeli) evokes one of her most ancient liturgical titles. In this icon, she is the mediatrix who introduces the faithful to the divine light of Christ. Her open hand points to Jesus as the only way to salvation, while the Child blesses and teaches. This image invites trust, inner peace and contemplation. Very popular in the Orthodox tradition, it is a call to open the heart.

Dimensions: 10.5 x 14.5 cm