Hand Painted Holy Icon - Saint George

Hand Painted Holy Icon - Saint GeorgeHand painted replication of the Holy Icon of Saint George vanquishing the Dragon from the XVII Century. Its intricate detailing and craftsmanship make it a perfect addition to any art collection or home dcor. hand painted on hardwood using oil paints provided with tapered and dove tailed battens inserted into the back (like icons from the 12th to 15th centuries) to preserve the longevity of the icon covered several times with emulsion, and after

Hand-painted replication of the Holy Icon of Saint George vanquishing the Dragon from the XVII Century. Its intricate detailing and craftsmanship make it a perfect addition to any art collection or home décor.

• hand-painted on hardwood using oil paints
• provided with tapered and dove-tailed battens inserted into the back (like icons from the 12th to 15th centuries)
• to preserve the longevity of the icon covered several times with emulsion, and after completion covered with preservative material (i.e. varnish)

Beautiful hand-painted Holy Icon of Saint George. The icon features metal hook for hanging.

Size: 24cm x 18cm x 2cm 
Materials: oli paint, hard wood
Technique: oli paint, hand-made gold engravings around halo

Saint George, Victory-Bearer, born to Christian parents in Cappadocia Saint George joined the Roman army as a young man and became a talented soldier valiant in battle. He rose in the ranks of the military, but the pagan government was uneasy that a Christian held a position of power. In refusing to renounce his Christianity to make sacrifices to Roman Gods, he endured many unimaginable tortures, each worse than the last. 

Style: HP-Icon133