Saint Nicholas the New Martyr of Vounenis

Orthodox icon of Saint Nicholas the New Martyr of Vounenis on thick plywood 20mm, which does not sting and keeps its shape over time. Preparation with acrylic stucco and have been used acrylic colors. It has been covered with varnish to keep the colors undiluted in time and humidity. Hanging clip included on the back of the icon. 

St. Nicholas was born of pious and virtuous parents and when he came of age he joined the Imperial Army and he had the rank of Duke. He was sent either by Emperor Leo the Isaurian either Leo the Great to Larissa with his soldiers to fight against the Avars. Fearing that he may lose his life and soul, Nicholas withdrew to Vounena of Thessaly with 12 of his soldiers. Eventually they were arrested by the Avars and Nicholas with his soldiers were massacred. The trees on which the Saint was tied and tortured give off a red liquid which is called ''Blood''. This liquid has healing properties, especially for those with skin problems and severe headaches. It begins to flow on the 8th of May until the morning of the 9th (his feast day).