Saint Demetrios the Myroblyte

Saint Demetrios the Myroblyte

This wood carved, handcrafted icon depicts Saint Demetrios, shown in the traditional Byzantine style. Saint Demetrios is portrayed standing frontally as a holy warrior and protector of the Christian faith. He holds a long spear in his right hand and a shield at his side, symbolizing courage, spiritual vigilance, and steadfast devotion to Christ. His youthful face and calm expression reflect purity, strength, and noble sacrifice, while the halo surrounding his head emphasizes his sanctity and martyrdom.

The saint is dressed in richly ornamented military armor painted in vivid red, gold, and pale blue tones, representing both earthly valor and heavenly glory. The elongated form and solemn posture follow the classical traditions of Byzantine iconography. The icon is intentionally rendered with an aged and weathered appearance, featuring distressed edges and antique-style surface details that evoke the character and spiritual depth of ancient sacred icons preserved through the centuries.

The background is covered with genuine 24-karat gold leaf, carefully applied by hand. The gold used is real 24K gold. The pigments are specially prepared traditional mixtures, following the methods used in historic iconography. These materials make the icon highly durable and resistant, allowing it to be preserved for hundreds of years, as seen in surviving ancient icons.

Each icon is authentic and handcrafted by skilled iconographers. Every stage of the process is completed by hand. The wooden panel is specially selected and carved by an expert woodcarver, ensuring stability and quality.