Saint Ita of Kileedy

Catholic icon of Saint Ita the Hermitess of Kileedy 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. Ita was born in the 5th century and was from a noble family. She founded a school and convent at Kileedy. A local chieftain offered her a grant of land for the support of the convent. The convent became known as a training ground for young boys, many of whom became famous churchmen, like Saint Brendan and Mochaemhoch. She fell asleep in 570 and her feast day is on January 15. She's the patron Saint of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Limerick and Kileedy in Ireland, of pregnancy and eye illnesses.