Metal Greek Orthodox Icon with Wooden Base “Panagia Soumela” 24x19cm – Byzantine Icon of the Protectress of Pontus

Panagia Soumela is revered as a miraculous icon of the Mother of God and a powerful symbol of the faith and identity of Pontic Greeks, closely linked to the historic monastery first on Mount Mela in Pontus and now on Mount Vermio in Greece. Tradition holds that the icon was painted by the Evangelist Luke and for centuries has been venerated as the “Mother and Guide” of the Pontic people, a refuge in times of persecution, exile, and personal hardship. Her gentle, compassionate presence in the icon offers comfort, hope, and a strong sense of being under her maternal protection.​​This 24x19cm metal icon mounted on a wooden base unites the brightness and durability of metal with the warmth and solidity of natural wood, making it an elegant devotional piece for living rooms, offices, or home prayer corners. The carefully crafted metalwork reflects the distinctive style of Panagia Soumela, while the wooden stand allows the icon to be placed securely on any flat surface without wall mounting. It is a meaningful, blessed gift for Pontic families, people with refugee ancestry, or any Orthodox Christian seeking the special intercession of Panagia Soumela in daily life.