Saint Ludmilla the Princess of the Czechs

Orthodox icon of Saint Ludmilla the Princess of the Czechs 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. Ludmilla married the Czech prince Borivoy and were baptized Christians. As Christians they built churches and invited priests to celebrate the divine services. Prince Borivoy died early at age 36 and Ludmilla, as a widow, led an austere, pious life. Her son, Bratislav, became prince of the Czechs and married Dragomira, with whom he had a son, Wenceslaus. After the death of prince Bratislav, his 18 year old son came on the throne. Taking advantage of the inexperience and youth of her son, Dragomira began to introduce pagan manners and customs. Ludmilla opposed this and Dragomira came to hate her mother-in-law. When Ludmilla went to the city of Techin, Dragomira sent two boyars in secret to murder her. The two assassins entered the house and carried out Dragomira's orders. Ludmilla was 61 years old. Her feast day is on September 16.