{"product_id":"virgin-mary-sweet-kiss-jesus-christ-nymfios-poplar-wood-diptych-icon","title":"The Virgin Mary Sweet Kiss and Jesus Christ the Bridegroom (Nymfios) Handmade Poplar Wood Diptych Icon","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eA Sacred Companion of Daily Faith — Handcrafted Poplar Wood Folding Diptych Icon of the Virgin Mary (Sweet Kiss) and Jesus Christ the Bridegroom for Your Home Iconostasis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003eBring the profound maternal tenderness of the Mother of God, the supreme humility of the Bridegroom of the Church, and authentic Byzantine craftsmanship into your \u003cstrong\u003eεικονοστάσι (home iconostasis)\u003c\/strong\u003e and prayer corner. Depicted in traditional Byzantine iconographic perfection, this authentic Eastern Orthodox diptych pairs \u003cem\u003eThe Virgin Mary Glykofilousa \/ Sweet Kissing (Ἡ Παναγία ἡ Γλυκοφιλοῦσα)\u003c\/em\u003e on the left panel with \u003cem\u003eJesus Christ the Bridegroom (Ὁ Νυμφίος)\u003c\/em\u003e on the right. Handcrafted from natural poplar wood, finished with protective lustrous varnish, soft white backgrounds, and fine gold and red hagiographic script, this folding diptych serves as a timeless companion for prayer, spiritual upliftment, and protection for every Christian family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003e🕊️ Fine Artisan Poplar Wood Craftsmanship \u0026amp; Folding Diptych Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eCrafted with reverence, precision, and durability for home altars, icon shelves, and sacred spaces:\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted Solid Poplar Wood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built from substantial, solid natural poplar wood panels (4 cm depth) featuring a rich brown protective gloss finish and sturdy metal hinges that open smoothly for stable freestanding tabletop display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Background \u0026amp; Luminous Hagiographic Detailing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Showcases an elegant soft white background accented with intricate gold and red hagiographic paint for sacred lettering, halos, and traditional Byzantine garments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVivid Lithography \u0026amp; Protective Varnish Layer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rendered using high-definition Byzantine lithographic prints imprinted directly onto the wood and sealed with a waterproof varnish layer to ensure rich pigments, radiant highlights, and lasting durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous Proportions for Home Iconostasis (Εικονοστάσι):\u003c\/strong\u003e Measuring 20 x 30 x 4 cm (7.87 x 11.97 x 1.57 in) when open, its deep, freestanding wooden profile stands securely as a focal centerpiece on your home altar shelf, mantelpiece, or bedside table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003e✨ Authentic Monastic Blessing \u0026amp; Spiritual Gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate of Authenticity Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arrives complete with an official Certificate of Authenticity, confirming its premium materials, monastic design, and expert artisan creation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatron Icon of Sacrificial Love, Maternal Tenderness, Humility \u0026amp; Spiritual Vigilance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uniting the affectionate embrace of the Virgin Mary with Christ as the suffering Bridegroom bearing the crown of thorns, this holy diptych acts as an enduring spiritual fortress for the household. It fills the home with divine peace, heartfelt prayer, and continuous heavenly protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Blessed Spiritual Gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e An extraordinary, high-end gift for Great Lent, Holy Week, holy matrimony, weddings, baptisms, name days, housewarmings, or as an essential centerpiece for a family home iconostasis (εικονοστάσι).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIcon Theme:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Virgin Mary Glykofilousa (Sweet Kiss) \u0026amp; Jesus Christ the Bridegroom (Ἡ Γλυκοφιλοῦσα \u0026amp; Ὁ Νυμφίος)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (Open):\u003c\/strong\u003e 20.0 x 30.0 x 4.0 cm (7.87 x 11.97 x 1.57 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Poplar Wood Panels, Metal Hinges, Gold \u0026amp; Red Hagiographic Paint, Protective Varnish\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Byzantine Monastic Diptych with Gloss Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInclusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Official Certificate of Authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Home Iconostasis (Εικονοστάσι), Icon Corner, Prayer Altar, Mantels \u0026amp; Tabletop Displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MonasticGifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49050838696270,"sku":null,"price":64.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/5086\/8558\/files\/il_fullxfull.5095572165_a0f6.jpg?v=1723803959","url":"https:\/\/monasticgifts.com\/products\/virgin-mary-sweet-kiss-jesus-christ-nymfios-poplar-wood-diptych-icon","provider":"Monasticgifts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}