Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker, Bishop of Myra in Lycia. The Mozhaysk Icon. Wooden orthodox icon.
Original icon from the 18th century. Located in a private collection.
This icon depicts Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker holding the city of Mozhaisk and a sword in his hands. Above: the Savior and the Mother of God blessing him. Around the circle are depicted 12 scenes from the life of Saint Nicholas.
Nikola Ratny - this is what this image of Saint Nicholas is also called. According to legend, during the invasion of the city of Mozhaisk near Moscow, Saint Nicholas appeared in the sky above the city with a sword in his hand and put the enemy to flight.
The icon of Saint Nicholas with a sword became the protector of many cities. Including the Moscow Kremlin - the gate icon on the Spasskaya Tower.
The icon is made by printing on a wooden board. Paints are mineral, do not fade with time. The thickness of the board is 2 cm. The board is covered with primer by hand. The image is covered with wax. Each icon has a metal mount on the back side so that you can hang the icon on the wall.
