Holy Wisdom by Orthodox Icons

Holy Wisdom 1850

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abstract painting

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possibly oil pastel

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handmade artwork painting

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oil painting

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acrylic on canvas

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coffee painting

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underpainting

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painting painterly

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watercolour illustration

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watercolor

"Holy Wisdom" is an 1850 Orthodox icon, created in a traditional style that dates back to the 4th century. The icon depicts the Virgin Mary, enthroned and crowned as the "Holy Wisdom" of God. She is flanked by figures of the prophets John the Baptist and Isaiah, with an image of God the Father above her. The image is characterized by its vibrant colors, gold accents, and stylized figures typical of Orthodox iconography. This icon serves as a devotional image, emphasizing the wisdom and power of God, as embodied in the Virgin Mary.

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