Virgin Mary on the Throne by Orthodox Icons

Virgin Mary on the Throne 1150

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toned paper

sculpture

sculptural image

possibly oil pastel

charcoal art

oil painting

fluid art

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

watercolor

This 12th century bronze icon depicts the Virgin Mary seated on a throne with the Christ Child in her lap. The Virgin Mary is depicted with a halo, and the icon is characteristic of the Byzantine style of iconography, known for its stylized figures and formal composition. The icon's subject matter is a popular one in Christian art, representing the Virgin Mary as the Mother of God. The intricate details of the throne and the figures suggest a high degree of skill on the part of the artist.