Saint Cyprian the New Hieromartyr at Constantinople

Orthodox icon of Saint Cyprian the New Hieromartyr at Constantinople 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. Cyprian was born in the village of Kletzos in Agrapha, Greece, from devout Christian parents. After becoming a monk at a young age he was made worthy of the holy priesthood. Upon being ordained, he went to the Holy Mountain and lived in the Cell of Saint George near Koutloumousiou Monastery. From there he went to Thessaloniki, where he boldly preached Christ before the judge. They thought him to be a lunatic, so they beat him up and kicked him out of the court. From there he departed for Constantinople where he boldly entered the palace of the Grand Vizier Kara Mustafa, to whom he preached the Christian faith. The Grand Vizier was surprised by the words and boldness of Cyprian, so he in turn tried to persuade him to accept Islam. But he failed. Hence Cyprian was sent to the mufti, to whom he preached the same message of salvation. At a certain point the Grand Vizier lost patience with Cyprian, so he sentenced him to death. He was beheaded in the Phanar section of Constantinople, on July 5, 1679.