Icon, approx. 32 x 27 cm, wooden panel. The composition depicts Christ as the central figure of the mystical Tree of Life, seated upon the trunk of a flourishing vine. Branches extend symmetrically on either side, forming an elaborate tree adorned with green leaves and clusters of grapes. Christ is shown blessing with His right hand and holding an open Gospel in His left, with inscriptions from the Holy Scriptures. Above Him, God the Father appears blessing the composition, accompanied by the Holy Spirit in the form of a dove. The twelve Apostles are seated among the branches, six on each side, holding open books and scrolls. Their placement upon the vine symbolizes their spiritual connection to Christ and the spreading of Christian faith throughout the world. The grapevine is a powerful Christian symbol of the words of Christ: “I am the vine, you are the branches” (John 15:5). The icon expresses the unity of Christ and His Church, the Apostolic mission and the promise of spiritual life and salvation. The golden background, richly coloured garments and carefully intertwined branches create a harmonious and symbolically rich composition. The icon is in very good condition.