Theotokos of Burning Bush 1750

The "Theotokos of Burning Bush" is a 1750 Orthodox icon depicting the Virgin Mary standing within a burning bush, referencing the biblical story of the burning bush that appeared to Moses. The image is a testament to the tradition of iconography within the Eastern Orthodox Church, with its focus on the spiritual and symbolic aspects of the subject matter. The icon's vivid colors and stylized figures are characteristic of Byzantine art, with a strong emphasis on conveying the divine and the supernatural. The icon's faded state and visible wear attest to its age and enduring power.