Saint Nikolaos - Aged wooden icon with a silver halo locally gilded - Mount Athos

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Explore Saint Nikolaos - Aged wooden icon with a silver halo locally gilded - Mount Athos from Christianity Art. Listed under Paintings. Materials: Silver, Gold, Wood. Aged image crafted on canvas on carefully treated wood, exuding a sense of tradition and spirituality. The image is framed by a wooden frame decorated with gold leaf, which has been artificially aged, giving it an authentic and timeless aesthetic. The halo of the figure is made of silver, inlaid with local gilding highlighting the high craftsmanship and detailed design. In certain dimensions the image is also decorated with colorful stones. The figure comes with a free stand, offering ease of placement and stability. A work of art that combines tradition with quality, ideal for any space and as a gift with spiritual value. Saint Nikolaos Saint Nicholas was the only son of a rich, religious family in Lycia. After the death of his parents he distributed all his wealth to the poor. He became known for his charity work, despite his efforts to hide it. During his ascetic life the voice of God commanded him to live with men, because only in this way would His name be glorified. He was elected archbishop of Myron of Lycia, where he served his flock like a true shepherd. During the reign of Diocletian and Maximilian, he taught the people the power of the Lord. He saved three people from death, twice. Kind, honest, fair, he was a real Angel for people. He left the world in 343 AD. on December 6. The original image of the 15th c. is located in the Holy Monastery of Gonia, Kissamos, Crete.