Ss.Sergius and Bacchus by Orthodox Icons

Ss.Sergius and Bacchus 650

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Museum of Western and Oriental Art (Khanenko Museum), Kyiv, Ukraine

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abstract painting

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painted

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possibly oil pastel

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oil painting

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acrylic on canvas

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street graffiti

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underpainting

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paint stroke

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painting painterly

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watercolor

"Ss.Sergius and Bacchus" is a Byzantine icon created in 650. The icon depicts two Christian saints, Sergius and Bacchus, who are identified by their names inscribed on their garments. The style is typical of Byzantine iconography with flat, stylized figures and a golden background. The icon is currently housed in the Museum of Western and Oriental Art (Khanenko Museum) in Kyiv, Ukraine. This icon is an excellent example of early Byzantine art, showcasing the formal qualities and religious themes that characterize this period.

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