“Saint George II” – Krasimir Tashev | Hand-Painted Icon on Wood
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“Saint George II” is a canonical icon by Krasimir Tashev, painted on wood. Saint George the Victorious is depicted in armour with a spear and sword, while the rich gold background, relief halo and warm red and blue tones give the image a solemn radiance. An icon symbolising faith, spiritual strength and protection.
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“Saint George II” is a refined canonical icon by Krasimir Tashev, painted on wood with close attention to the tradition and symbolism of Orthodox iconography.
The icon depicts Saint George the Great Martyr and Victorious in the form of a warrior—standing in armour and holding a spear and sword. Rather than the widespread scene of the mounted saint defeating the dragon, he is presented here as a soldier and protector.
The image symbolises spiritual strength, steadfast faith and victory over evil. The military attributes emphasise the saint’s protective character while pointing towards the spiritual dimension of his sacrifice.
A rich gold background surrounds the figure, giving the composition the solemnity and light characteristic of an icon. The finely textured relief halo distinguishes the saint and interacts delicately with the gilded field.
Warm reds and deep blues form a harmonious contrast with the gold, defining the garments and giving the figure a clear presence. The vertical format concentrates attention on the saint’s posture, while the balanced composition avoids elements that might distract from the central image.
The wooden support reinforces the traditional character and natural materiality of the work. Measuring 15 × 23 cm, “Saint George II” is a compact icon suitable for a personal devotional space or as a gift with spiritual and symbolic meaning.
Saint George is traditionally associated with courage, faith and protection, giving the work significance beyond its artistic presence. The icon combines canonical Orthodox imagery with Krasimir Tashev’s precise craftsmanship in a small yet powerful image of one of Christianity’s most venerated saints.
Why choose this artwork
- Original hand-painted icon on wood by Krasimir Tashev
- Canonical image of Saint George the Victorious
- The saint shown in armour with a spear and sword
- Rich gold background and finely textured relief halo
- Harmonious red, blue and gold palette
- Symbolism of spiritual strength, faith and protection
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
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| Dimensions | 15 × 23 × 3 cm |
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