The Virgin of the Burning Bush 1598

"The Virgin of the Burning Bush" is an Orthodox icon dating back to 1598. The icon depicts the Virgin Mary seated with the Christ Child, surrounded by scenes from the Old Testament that foreshadow the birth of Christ. These scenes include the burning bush that Moses encountered, the sacrifice of Isaac, and the ladder to heaven. The icon is currently housed at the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, MD, and is a prime example of the rich tradition of Byzantine iconography.