The icon of St. Leontius depicts a gray-haired man in a bishop's vestment. The ascetic lived in the 11th century and came from a noble old Russian family. Given the book teaching, he achieved great success and was sent to Constantinople to continue his education. Returning to his native land Leontius took tonsure in the Pechersk Lavra, and began to work together with the Rev.. Antony Caves. From the monastery the saint was placed by the bishop in the city of Rostov, where he worked hard to educate the local pagans, from which he died martyr about 1073.
A beautiful icon, executed with observance of all Orthodox canons. Manufacturing time is up to 10 days. The holy face is packed in a box. Such an icon can be a wonderful gift for relatives and friends.
Materials:
Wood - alder.
Paints are mineral pigments.
Lucky - protection against ultraviolet - 89%, protection against moisture 95%, guarantee of harmlessness to the human body.
Gilding - Potal (Italy)
Production technology: handmade.
The exact size: 17 x 23 cm.
