Christ Carrying the Cross
An icon of Christ carrying the cross to Golgotha - with the crown of thorns, a red robe and a Greek inscription, on a rustic base with irregular edges.
- Hand-finished, with a certificate of authenticity
- Delivery across Serbia in 10-15 business days
- Carefully packaged for safe transport
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This icon depicts one of the most moving moments of Christ's Passion - the carrying of the cross on the road to Golgotha. The Savior is shown bearing the heavy wooden cross upon His shoulder, bowed beneath its weight yet with a gaze full of quiet surrender. He wears a crown of thorns, and a red robe is draped over His shoulder - the color of suffering and of royal dignity. Beside His figure stands the Greek inscription Ο ΑΙΡΩΝ ΤΟΝ ΣΤΑΥΡΟΝ ΑΥΤΟΥ - "He who carries His own cross." The scene recalls Christ's words that whoever wishes to follow Him must take up his own cross.
The image belongs to Holy Week and the days of Good Friday, when the Church remembers Christ's crucifixion and His sacrifice for the salvation of the world. Before this icon, the faithful pray for the strength to bear their own crosses in life, for patience in suffering, and for the hope of the resurrection that follows the Passion. The icon finds its place in the home's icon corner, beside the bed, or in a spot set aside for quiet prayer. It also makes a meaningful gift for someone passing through a difficult chapter of life - a reminder that no one carries their cross alone.
Features:
- Material: quality MDF base
- Technique: lithograph print on an MDF base
- Craftsmanship: rustic base with irregular, wavy edges
- Finish: protective eco-friendly varnish
- Hand-finished detailing
- Certificate of authenticity with every piece
- Durable, stable construction
Ideal for:
- An icon corner or prayer nook in the home
- A gift for someone facing trial or illness, as a word of comfort
- A spiritual reminder of patience and perseverance in faith
- A gift for Good Friday and the days of Holy Week
Each piece is unique and may show slight variations due to the hand-finishing, which makes it one of a kind.
- Backing materialMDF
- TechniqueLithograph print on an MDF base with a protective eco-friendly varnish
- With the iconcertificate of authenticity, hanging hook
Each piece goes through several steps before it reaches you:
- MDF base. Carefully selected and worked to a smooth finish - a stable base that does not warp over time.
- Lithograph print. The icon is printed in high resolution onto the prepared MDF base, with faithful colours and detail.
- Hand-finishing. Every piece is finished and checked by hand before the final coat.
- Eco-friendly varnish. The final coat protects against moisture and gives lasting durability - the colours stay vivid for years.
- Certificate and hook. The back carries the workshop's mark and a hook ready for hanging. Every icon comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Delivery
We ship all orders within Serbia only. Delivery takes 10-15 business days from order confirmation - this includes crafting, packaging and transport.
Icons are sent by courier, with proof of delivery. Packaging is twofold - an inner layer with protective foam and an outer cushioning layer for safe transport.
Payment
We accept payment by bank transfer or cash on delivery. Card payment is coming soon.
Returns
You have the right to a return within 14 days of receipt - provided the icon is unused, in its original packaging and undamaged. More details in our Return Policy.
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