Icon of Saint King Stefan Decanski 16.5x13cm
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The icon, made using the lamination technique with gold printing, framed in a wooden frame, is a work that combines spiritual values with aesthetics.
The gold print on the icon details the sanctity of the characters, adding depth and visual splendor to the scenes.
The wooden frame further emphasizes the artistic and spiritual value of the icon.
This icon represents a vital object of faith and inspiration, intended both for the homes of believers and for church premises.
Dimensions: 16.5cm x 13cm x 1.5cm
Stefan Dečanski is one of the most tragic figures in the Nemanjić family. Between two military men, father Milutin and son Dusan, he spent his childhood as a hostage at the court of Khan Nogaj. As a young man he was blinded, probably on the orders of his father, and sent to prison in Constantinople. According to church teaching, after five years Saint Nicholas miraculously restored King Stefan's sight, who immediately built the Visoki Dečani temple out of gratitude, one of the most beautiful buildings of Byzantine art and medieval architecture on our soil. He also donated a large icon to the Basilica of Saint Nicholas in Bari. As a victim of court intrigues, he was killed in 1336, and it is assumed that his son did it.
Saint Stefan Dečanski is celebrated by many families in Serbia as the feast of baptism, popularly known as Mratindan. It was named after St. Martin, who used to be celebrated on this day. By church decision, the feast dedicated to the Serbian king was moved to this day. It is a sacred day for all those suffering from eye diseases. He is also considered the protector of wolves. People still hear the saying: "Saint Mrata, snow on the door", which marks the beginning of the cold and snowy period of the year.
Weight 160g
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