Pantocrator Pendant

In the Christ Pantocrator icon, the eyes are especially significant. They are often depicted with a striking asymmetry: one eye appears more gentle and compassionate, while the other can appear more stern and penetrating. This is traditionally understood as expressing the fullness of Christ ~ His mercy and love alongside His justice and authority.

The gaze is also intentionally direct. Christ looks outward from the icon toward the person standing before Him, creating the sense that He sees and knows the person who is looking upon Him. It is not simply a portrait of Christ looking at us; it is meant to become an encounter with the living Chri

Hand-carved in beeswax and cast in sterling silver.