Wood Carved Icon with Saint Saint Nicholas (MN-HND-0271)

Handmade, wood carved icon that depicts Saint Nicholas. This art craft, with excellent details, is sculptured on boxwood and is made at the Holy Scete of Saint Demetrios in Mount Athos. Dimensions: H: 5 cm. W: 3.5 cm.

Saint Nicholas was born in the 3rd century AD in Patara, Lycia. He was Archbishop of Myron and took part in the First Ecumenical Council. He occurred many miracles while he lived, but also after his death in 330 AD. He is considered patron saint of the seamen. Saint Nicholas celebrates on December 6th.

From Mount Athos. Ships from Greece within 5 business days, with US duties and taxes prepaid.