Saint Seraphim of Viritsa was a wealthy man in early 20th-century Russia who lived out Christ’s words to the rich man to give up his wealth and follow Him. One of the richest men in Russia, having traveled half the world, he gave away his fortune and embraced a life of asceticism for Christ. He emulated the feats of Saint Seraphim of Sarov, spending a thousand days in prayer for Russia during its darkest times. He predicted the service of two Russian Patriarchs and passed away in 1949 in the village of Viritsa near St. Petersburg, where his relics remain in a chapel near the church.
A triptych is a work of art composed of three connected parts, most often painted or carved, which together form a single whole. In Christian art, especially in the Middle Ages, the triptych was used as an altarpiece or part of an iconostasis.
The central part is usually the largest and depicts the main scene—most often Jesus Christ, the Holy Theotokos (Mother of God), or saints of our Church.
The side panels are foldable and typically feature saints, angels, or the Lord and the Theotokos.
It is practical for transport, which made it popular in the Middle Ages among traveling believers and priests.
Our triptych is made from the finest pieces of ash wood, using icon-painting craftsmanship inspired by Byzantine and medieval originals.
It is produced by metal casting and careful hand-finishing, enriched with 24-karat gold and 925 silver.
It is painted with epoxy resins and decorated with zircons.
If you wish to give your triptych as a gift, you can also choose a ceremonial gift box.
The dimensions of the triptych are: 220x255x32 mm.
