Saint George 1300

This Byzantine icon depicting Saint George, dating back to 1300, is a prime example of the distinctive style of Orthodox iconography. The figure of Saint George, clad in armor and a red cape, is rendered in a rigid, frontal pose, his hands raised in prayer. The use of gold leaf and vivid colors, characteristic of Byzantine art, creates a sense of sacredness and divine presence. The icon, now housed in the Byzantine and Christian Museum in Athens, Greece, reflects the profound influence of the Orthodox Church on art and culture in the region.