Alexander Nevsky 1850

"Alexander Nevsky" is a 19th-century Orthodox icon depicting the historical figure of Saint Alexander Nevsky, a Russian prince known for his victories against the Swedes and Teutonic Knights. The icon, created by anonymous artists following the tradition of Orthodox iconography, shows Alexander Nevsky in full regalia, with a halo and a hand resting on his chest. The icon's stylized and symbolic depiction is characteristic of Byzantine art, which influenced Russian icon painting, and highlights Alexander Nevsky's status as a revered figure in Russian history and the Orthodox faith.