“The warm light of wood is like honey in the sun: simple, sincere, and alive”
The iconostasis for the church in the village of Bolonya is a creative work by the Pivtorak & Company workshop. It is made of light oak with a honey tone without gilding on the carving, so all the expressiveness relies on the wood itself and the skill of the carver. The iconostasis is installed on a raised solea, and in natural daylight, the warm tone of the oak sounds particularly beautiful against the backdrop of the church's white walls.
🍯 Honey Tone Light oak without gilding | 🥚 Oval Medallions On the Royal Gates | 🖼️ Icons in the Base Small images in the lower panels |
About the Product
The Royal Gates feature two large oval medallions with images of the Annunciation, beneath which are four smaller round medallions. Around the medallions is delicate floral carving.
The Side Rows on either side of the gates consist of icons of the Mother of God with the Child and Christ with the Gospel, followed by images of archangels and saints, including Saint Nicholas. The icons stand in arched niches between carved columns.
The Festive Row stretches above the side rows. In the center above the gates is the “Last Supper” in a figurative cartouche, and above it is another icon in a carved frame.
The Finish consists of three carved pediments with crosses: one central and two side ones, and at the edges of the iconostasis stand two more crosses.
The Base Panels have a unique feature, uncommon for iconostases: they contain small icons, so images are present even at the base level.
The cost is calculated by area: from 38,025 UAH per 1 m², the final amount depends on the dimensions and complexity of the composition. The manufacturing period is 2 months, depending on complexity.
Where It Fits, and Where It Doesn’t
✓ Suitable - Light churches with white walls and good daylight
- Communities that appreciate the natural beauty of wood without gold
- New churches that need a full two-row iconostasis for many years
- Parishes that want a custom composition with many images
| ✗ Not the Best Choice - Churches designed in a lavish gilded style
- Dark interiors where light wood will lose contrast
- Rooms with constant dampness
- Orders with a deadline shorter than 2 months
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Technical Specifications
| Product Code | 9761 |
| Type | Two-row iconostasis, creative work |
| Material | Oak |
| Finish | Without gilding, natural wood |
| Color | Light honey |
| Rows | Side, festive |
| Royal Gates | Two oval medallions of the Annunciation and four round medallions |
| Central Composition | “The Last Supper” in a figurative cartouche |
| Finish | Three carved pediments with crosses, crosses at the edges |
| Base Panels | With small icons |
| Cost Calculation | Per square meter |
| Manufacturing Period | 2 months, depending on complexity |
| Realized Object | village Bolonya |
| Manufacturer | Pivtorak & Company |
Advantages of the Material
- Oak is one of the strongest and most durable species, so the iconostasis will serve the church for decades.
- Expressive texture of oak fibers under a transparent coating acquires a warm honey hue and makes every detail come alive.
- Wood hardness preserves the clarity of the carving: the ovals of the medallions and the floral ornament do not lose their shape over time.
- Oak's resistance to temperature and humidity fluctuations is important for a large structure with high pediments.
Creative Approach of the Workshop
In Bolonya, Pivtorak & Company demonstrated how much can be expressed through wood itself. The oval medallions of the Annunciation on the gates, icons in the base panels, and three pediments with crosses are authorial solutions developed for this church. The light tone of the oak unites them into one calm, harmonious composition.
Care
- Dust off with a soft brush made of natural bristles, especially in the recesses of the carving.
- Wipe smooth surfaces with a dry cotton cloth.
- Avoid direct sunlight for many hours to prevent uneven changes in the wood tone.
- Do not place heaters and candlesticks too close to the carving.
- Delegate the renewal of the lacquer coating to professionals.
⚠️ ATTENTION: The price of the product may change — please confirm the current price with the store manager. At the time of ordering, the selected item may have already been sold in the physical store. Payment should be made after placing the order and after the manager contacts you. The manager will call you, confirm the completeness of the order, and clarify the details.
“Wood without gold can also shine — you just need to give it the sun”
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