Christ Pantokrator by Orthodox Icons

Christ Pantokrator 1350

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Byzantine and Christian Museum, Athens, Greece

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abstract painting

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egg art

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possibly oil pastel

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handmade artwork painting

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oil painting

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fluid art

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acrylic on canvas

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underpainting

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painting painterly

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watercolor

"Christ Pantokrator," a 14th-century Byzantine icon, depicts Jesus Christ as the ruler of the universe. The icon, housed in the Byzantine and Christian Museum in Athens, showcases the traditional "Pantokrator" pose, with Christ holding an open book in his left hand and blessing with his right. The image features a stylized, frontal representation of Christ, emphasizing his divine authority and power. This iconic imagery is a prominent example of Byzantine art, reflecting the religious and artistic values of the Eastern Orthodox Church.

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