Old Style Orthodox Icon: Smiling Mother of God of BethlehemA traditional Orthodox icon of the Mother of God of Bethlehem, commonly referred to as the Smiling Mother of God due to the distinctive expression in this type. This image is associated with the Nativity and is venerated as a representation of the Theotokos (Mary) in a more personal, joyful and direct form, with the Christ Child depicted in close relationship to the viewer. Produced in Russia, the icon is mounted on a hand carved wooden panel, giving