Saint Alexander Patriarch of Constantinople

Orthodox icon of Saint Alexander, Patriarch of 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. Alexander was born in Calabria, Italy and from a very young age he was given to God and stayed in a monastery, where he cultivated virtue and became a good labourer of God's commands. Alexander was elected as a vicar to assist the aged bishop Saint Metrophanes of Byzantium. As a result, both Alexander and Metrophanes are reported as the first Bishop of Constantinople. Alexander served as bishop for about 23 years, until his death in 337. During his episcopacy, Alexander engaged in debate with pagan philosophers and opposed heresies. Alexander of Constantinople was present at the First Council of Nicaea and condemned Arius and his teachings. On his deathbed he was said to have nominated his vicar, Paul, as his successor, and to have warned his clergy against Macedonius, who became bishop of Constantinople in 342 and whose teachings inspired Macedonianism. His feast day is on August 30.