Authentic icon "St. Holy Martyr Charalampius"

Authentic icon "St. Holy Martyr Charalampius"

St. Hieromartyr Haralampius was very righteous and even during his lifetime he showed his holiness by spreading the word of God. Not long after, he became a bishop and had a great influence on people. He lived a long time, almost 100 years, but the cruel Roman emperor Septimius Severus did not spare him because of his age and tortured him for nearly 13 years, just to get him to renounce Christ. He remained firm and steadfast, and his faith healed all his wounds and every morning he dawned intact. He died at the age of 113.

The icon is created using materials and paints according to the original technology for making of Orthodox icons. Gold leaf, patina, and cracking varnish were used, to make the icon look even more authentic. The icon is painted with egg tempera paint, as per the traditional technology for icon painting.

This lovely work of art is signed by the artist, and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.