Saint Nikephoros the Leper

Orthodox icon of Saint Nikephoros the Leper 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. Nikephoros, known as Nikolaos Tzanakakis, was born in the village of Sirikari in Chania at the end of the 19th century. At the age of 13 he showed the first signs of leprosy and to avoid confinement in Spinalonga, he left for Alexandria of Egypt. The year 1914 AD went to Chios where he settled in the leprosarium of the island. There he met Saint Anthimos and with his blessings became a monk. In 1957 AD the Saint left Chios and went to the Anti-Leprosy Station of Saint Barbara in Athens. His health had deteriorated dramatically as his body parts had been deformed by leprosy. At the age of 74, in the year 1964 AD, Father Nikephoros surrendered his soul to God. The Saint was distinguished for his ascetic life and the meekness of his character. The miracles he performed during his lifetime were many. The Orthodox Christian Church commemorates him on January 4 of each year.