Icon "Fadeless Color" (Model 718) STL

The iconographic type "Fadeless Color" emerged in the 16th and 17th centuries, rooted in Byzantine hymnography where the Virgin Mary and Christ are metaphorically compared to unfading flowers. The iconography depicts the Blessed Virgin holding the Divine Infant on one arm and a white lily branch in the other, symbolizing purity and perpetual virginity. This composition is traditionally framed by intricate floral ornamentation representing the heavenly paradise. In Orthodox tradition, the faithful pray before this icon for the preservation of spiritual and physical purity, family harmony, healing from ailments, and protection from life's hardships.

This digital 3D model in STL format is designed for producing relief carvings using CNC machines and 3D printers. The file is optimized for the milling of wood, stone, and soft metals, ensuring accurate reproduction of complex floral details and holy faces.