Description
This marvelous catholic icon is a lithography with double varnish layer to ensure vivid colors & waterproof properties depicting Saint Apollonia, is an god inspired artwork abiding to the Athonian technique that was gives this icon unique religious & aesthetic value. St. Apollonia, who died in the year 249, was martyred for not renouncing her faith during the reign of Emperor Philip. The account of the life of St. Apollonia was written by St. Dionysius to Fabian, Bishop of Antioch. Apollonia had all her teeth knocked out after being hit in the face by a Christian persecutor under the reign of Emperor Philip. After she was threatened with fire unless she renounced her faith, Apollonia jumped into the flames voluntarily. She is considered the patron of dental diseases & is often invoked by those with toothaches. Ancient art depicts her with a golden tooth at the end of her necklace. Also in art, she is seen with pincers holding a tooth. The item is sold without the stand depicted. Saint Apollonia Icon, Handmade Greek Orthodox Catholic Icon Of St Apollonia, Byzantine Christian Art Wall Hanging Wood Plaque Religious Gift
