Orante 1025

byzantinemosaics

Hosios Loukas Monastery, Distomo, Greece

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The "Orante" mosaic, created by Byzantine artists in 1025, is located in the Hosios Loukas Monastery in Distomo, Greece. The mosaic depicts a female figure, possibly the Virgin Mary, with her arms raised in prayer, a pose known as "orans". This iconic Byzantine style emphasizes spiritual devotion, with the figure's stylized features and flowing drapery. The mosaic's golden background and intricate details reflect the artistic brilliance of the Byzantine era and its lasting influence on religious art.