Saint Dunstan, Archbishop of Canterbury

Catholic icon of Saint Dunstan, Archbishop of Canterbury  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.   

Saint Dunstan was born in the southwest of England around the year 909. He was educated by Irish monks, and around the age of 25 he was ordained a priest. He lived as a hermit for nine years, until King Edmund appointed him the abbot of Glastonbury Abbey. He revitalized the monastery's life, and under King Edred he made a wider reformation of the English monasteries. Under King Edwy, Dunstan was exiled to Flanders. There he lived the true monastic life for which he longed. When Edgar overthrew his brother as king, Dunstan returned to England and was consecrated bishop of Worcester. Soon after, he became bishop of London, and finally archbishop of Canterbury and head of the English Church. As Archbishop, Dunstan oversaw the coronations of kings and had the influence of a statesman. When King Saint Edward was martyred, Archbishop Dunstan rebuked his brother, King Ethelred at his coronation. After this, Saint Dunstan lost his political influence and retired to his churchly duties. He reposed on May 19, 988, and was buried in the Canterbury cathedral, where his relics remain to this day. His feast day is on May 19.