Gesso boards for acrylic tempera icons

Gesso paint - thin base layer between the actual icon and the board covered with linen. Gesso is made from natural products. Preparation of the gesso or gessoing the board is a very challenging task. It requires attention and skill. We offer handmade boards for icons of different sizes with or without "kovcheg" (recessed space on the front area of the icon). We also offer: 

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Hand painted icon of Christ Pantocrator made with gold on MDF board., All stages of icon production are handmade. Made according to the Greek modern

Hand painted icon of Jesus Christ’s Face / gold varak / Mdf board / gesso / relief / egg tempera and acrylic / Print available Modern icons

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Museum Series Gessobord is a trusted professional quality prepared wood panel for artists. The superior quality acrylic gesso ground does not dull colors and the wonderful lightly sanded surface provides exceptional brush control with both oils and acrylics. Made with 1/8 hardboard and Archiva-Seal technology, the surface is acid-free, non-yellowing and archival. The cradled frames are made with premium grade 13-ply birch plywood for maximum stability and a clean, finished look. Made in the USA.

Ampersand Gessobord 11 x 14 Flat 1/8