Icon - Mother of God Joy of All Who Sorrow - Wood

Mother of God 'Joy of All the Afflicted' (Всех скорбящих Радость).

- The Virgin appears standing or enthroned at the center, with the Child Jesus in her arms.
- She wears a crown, a characteristic feature of this variant.
- Angels appear on both sides, attending to and protecting the afflicted.
- Around the Virgin are depicted sick, needy, and suffering people, raising their hands toward her.
- At the top is the inscription related to 'Всех скорбящих Радость,' i.e., 'Joy of All the Afflicted.'
- The background with rays around the Virgin reinforces her role as intercessor and comforter.