Before a work of such density, almost square, with dimensions of 25.6 x 25.9 centimetres, guarded like the apple of...
The Lamentation of Christ by Fra Angelico is one of the most significant works of the early Renaissance. Fra Angelico, born Guido di Pietro (c. 1395-1455), was an Italian Renaissance painter and a Dominican friar. The work, dated between 1436 and 1441, is currently housed in the San Marco Museum in Florence. The composition, executed with tempera and gold on wood, depicts the scene of mourning for the dead Christ. The work reflects both the artistic prowess of Fra Angelico and [...]
Study of the Jesse Tree by Emmanuel Tzanes from 1644
Geometric vase with zigzag patterns and horse figures, height 57 cm.
Christ’s Descent into Hades, also revered in the Orthodox tradition as the Anastasis or Resurrection, is one of the most...
Title: The Communion of the Apostles Artist: Unknown Type: Fresco (mural) Date: 14th century Dimensions: Unknown Materials: Fresco on plaster Location: Holy Monastery of Valsamonero, Crete
The Communion of the Apostles at Valsamonero is an exceptional example of late Byzantine art from the 14th century. The mural, located in the katholikon of the Monastery of Valsamonero in Crete, depicts a composition of outstanding artistic and theological significance. The figures of the Apostles are presented with particular liveliness and expressiveness, while the color palette is characterized by the dominance of warm [...]
The Virgin of Vladimir icon’s intimate portrayal of mother and child created a new standard for Orthodox iconography Title: Our...
Mural where Christ rebukes the wind and the sea at the Monastery of Philanthropenon (16th century).
The Enthroned Virgin Mary "Lady of the Angels" of Corfu is an exceptional example of post-Byzantine art from the early 16th century.
The black-figure amphora depicting Achilles and Penthesilea by Exekias is one of the most important examples of Archaic vase painting. This exceptional work, dating approximately to 540-530 BC, is currently housed in the British Museum in London. It is an amphora with a height of 41 centimeters, depicting the dramatic moment of the duel between Achilles and the queen of the Amazons, Penthesilea. The technical perfection and detailed rendering of the figures demonstrate the exceptional craftsmanship of Exekias, one of [...]
The serene and wise face of Christ Enthroned, painted by the Full Moon.
Artist: Unknown Artist Date: 9th-10th century Dimensions: 41,8 x 27,1 cm. Materials: Egg tempera on wood Location: Sinai Monastery ...
