The mural of Justinian II in Saint Demetrios depicts the triumphant entry of the emperor into Thessaloniki in the 7th century.
The Rucellai Madonna by Duccio is a milestone of medieval art, combining Byzantine tradition with innovative elements.
Unique fresco of Saint George in the crypt of the Monastery of Hosios Loukas (11th century).
Close-up of the woman's face reading the prayer book in Abbati's painting.
Title: Christ Pantocrator Artist: Unknown Byzantine Artist Type: Religious Icon, Encaustic Technique Date: 540-560 AD Dimensions: 84 x 45.5 cm Materials: Encaustic on wooden panel Location: Monastery of Saint Catherine, Mount Sinai, Egypt The Sinai Pantocrator is one of the most important and oldest surviving examples of Byzantine iconography worldwide. The icon, crafted with the extremely demanding encaustic technique, is a masterpiece of early Byzantine art from the 6th century. Its uniqueness lies in its exceptional preservation and high artistic […]
Archangel Michael by Juan de la Abadia: Rare Aragonese Artwork
The influence of the East on ancient oil containers transformed Greek pottery, introducing realistic and symbolic motifs.
The Impact of Eastern Influence on Ancient Oil Vessels Transformed Greek Pottery by Introducing Realistic and Symbolic Patterns.
The tumultuous life of Saint Athanasius III and his role in Russia.
The Supplication of Theophanes Strelitzas, a masterpiece of post-Byzantine art that combines tradition and innovation at the Stavronikita Monastery.
Title: Saint Joseph the Hymnographer Artist: Unknown Type: Fresco Date: Last decades of the 14th century Dimensions: Unknown Materials: Fresco on plaster Location: Holy Monastery of Valsamonero, Church of Panagia Odigitria, Crete
The fresco of Saint Joseph the Hymnographer is an exceptional example of late Byzantine art that flourished in Crete during the 14th century. The work is located in the Church of Panagia Odigitria of the Holy Monastery of Valsamonero, an important monastic complex in the Cretan countryside. The fresco depicts the Saint in a characteristic pose, holding [...]
Title: Christ Pantocrator Artist Name: Angelos Akotantos Genre: Byzantine Icon Date: 15th century A.D. Dimensions: 89 x 57 cm Materials: Egg tempera and gold leaf on wood Location: State Museum of Fine Arts Pushkin, Moscow
The Pantocrator by Akotantos is one of the most significant examples of the Cretan School of iconography from the 15th century. The icon, crafted with exceptional mastery and theological precision, captures the form of Christ Pantocrator in a composition that combines spiritual strength with divine tranquility. The [...]
