Saint Nikita slaying the demon 1800

This Orthodox icon, “Saint Nikita slaying the demon”, dating back to 1800, depicts the saint, Nikita, triumphantly vanquishing a demon. Nikita is depicted with a stern and authoritative expression, clad in a traditional Byzantine costume with a red cloak. The demon is portrayed in a stylised, almost comical way, with dark wings and a twisted expression. This iconic scene is a testament to the enduring power of faith and the triumph of good over evil in Orthodox Christian art.