Silver icon with Saint Demetrius on Horseback. Handmade silver icon on natural wood, made with 925ο silver with local 22K gold plating. The natural wood used for the synthesis of the icon is beech (fagus) from Mount Athos, a wood that is receptive to aging techniques that give the appearance of vintage to the wood, without altering the depicted image.
The depictions of faces, hands, halos or other representations are depicted in excellent quality and clarity silkscreen with "vivid" colors. The silver frame of the icon is held by nails to resemble the original icons. On the back side, the icon has a small metal ring made of horseshoe nails so that it can be hung.
A Brief Life of Demetrius the Myrrh-scented
Saint Demetrius is one of the most prominent figures of the Orthodox Church and the patron saint of Thessaloniki. He lived during the time of the Roman emperors and was born in Thessaloniki, where he stood out from a young age for his education, character, and military ability. Although he held a high rank in the Roman army, he chose to embrace Christianity and openly proclaimed his faith. During the persecutions of the Christians, he was imprisoned, where he became associated with Nestor, who was encouraged by the saint and went on to defeat Lyaios in single combat, a very strong and physically imposing gladiator. This act, however, provoked the emperor’s anger, leading to the execution of both Nestor and Demetrius. Saint Demetrius died in prison and was buried in Thessaloniki, where, according to tradition, myrrh flowed from his tomb, which is why he is called the Myrrh-streamer. After his death, tradition holds that Saint Demetrius continued to perform many miracles. Many believers regarded him as the protector of Thessaloniki, believing that he intervened to save the city from enemies, sieges and disasters. In times of crisis, according to tradition, he would appear as a mounted soldier and strengthen the inhabitants, giving them courage and hope. The Church commemorates Saint Demetrios on October 26.
