Virgin of Vladimir, Romanian Byzantine icon, hand-painted, 12x10 in
Virgin of Vladimir, Romanian Byzantine icon, hand-painted, 12x10 in.
The icon portrays the Mother of God of Vladimir with the Infant Jesus: the Virgin inclines her head towards her Son, who presses his face to hers in a gesture of intimacy, their hands closely joined. The scene is set on a gilded background with Greek inscriptions identifying the figures.
This iconographic type of the Madonna of Tenderness is rooted in the Eastern tradition and is historically linked to the city of Vladimir, where...
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Virgin of Vladimir, Romanian Byzantine icon, hand-painted, 12x10 in.
The icon portrays the Mother of God of Vladimir with the Infant Jesus: the Virgin inclines her head towards her Son, who presses his face to hers in a gesture of intimacy, their hands closely joined. The scene is set on a gilded background with Greek inscriptions identifying the figures.
This iconographic type of the Madonna of Tenderness is rooted in the Eastern tradition and is historically linked to the city of Vladimir, where the original was preserved after its transfer from Constantinople and became an object of devotion and a symbol of protection.
The Virgin's face expresses inner participation and an awareness of her Son's destiny, while the Child's affectionate gesture also alludes to the completion of his mission.
Each piece is supplied with a certificate of authenticity.
The work is executed on a wooden panel with an antiqued finish and a thickness of 1 in.
Actual overall dimensions: 12.2x10.6x1 in.
The painting is delivered in a blue velvet case lined with satin to protect it during transport and storage.