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Master-A Workshop · Samara, Russia · since 2004

Iconostases and Orthodox Church Furnishings

We craft iconostases from solid wood — hand-carved and gilded, from the first sketch to installation in your church. Over twenty years working with wood; our commissions span Russia from Sakhalin to Crimea.

Gilded iconostasis with marble columns, Samara
Gilded iconostasis · Samara

How an iconostasis is made

From the first idea to the finished installation — this is the journey we make for every church.

Ornament sketch on graph paper
1

Sketch & Measurement

We draw the ornaments on graph paper and take the altar measurements — every iconostasis begins with a blank page and exact dimensions.

Hand carving ornament in solid wood
2

Hand Carving

Every scroll, every petal is cut by hand from solid wood. No casting, no pressing — only chisels and decades of experience.

Assembling the iconostasis frame in the workshop
3

Gilding & Assembly

Olga applies gold leaf by hand, following a centuries-old technique. We then assemble the complete iconostasis in our workshop, ready for the church.

Installing the iconostasis in the church
4

Installation

We deliver and install ourselves — wherever in Russia your church may be.

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