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A Russian lubok folk print illustrating the Orthodox sign of the cross, with a person demonstrating steps and Cyrillic text.

A Russian lubok folk print illustrating the Orthodox sign of the cross, with a person demonstrating steps and Cyrillic text.

I’m not able to generate a picture directly, but I can give you a clear, step‑by‑step visual description that you can follow (or hand to an artist) to illustrate the Orthodox “sign of the cross” performed in the traditional Russian lubok (folk‑print) style.Visual layout for a lubok‑style illustration Format – A rectangular panel, roughly 30 cm × 20 cm (portrait orientation). Border – Thick, hand‑drawn black line with decorative folk motifs (small rosettes, wheat ears, or interlaced vines) typical of Russian lubok prints. Title banner – Across the top, in bold Cyrillic‑style lettering: КРЕСТ ОТ ПРАВОГО ПЛЕЧА (Sign of the Cross – Orthodox) Central figure – A modestly dressed Orthodox Christian (male or female, both acceptable). Head turned slightly to the left, eyes closed, hands raised. Clothing: simple tunic (kaftan) with a subtle cross embroidered on the chest. Hands: Right hand holding a small wooden cross (optional) or simply positioned as the gesture itself. Step‑by‑step arrows – Use thick, red arrows (curved for the shoulder motion, straight for the forehead and chest) connecting the hands to the body parts. Number each arrow 1‑4 in a bold, contrasting color (white or gold). Arrow 1 (Red, curved) – From the right hand to the forehead. Caption beneath the arrow (in simple block letters): 1. Прикоснись к лбу (Touch the forehead) Arrow 2 (Red, curved) – From the right hand (now at the forehead) down to the left shoulder. Caption: 2. Перейди к левому плечу (Move to the left Mehr sehen