Title: Saints Alexios, John the Hut-Dweller, an unidentified saint, and John of Damascus Artist: Unknown Type: Fresco Date: Early 15th century Dimensions: Unknown Materials: Fresco on plaster Location: Holy Monastery of Valsamonero, Church of Panagia Odigitria, Crete
The exceptionally crafted fresco of Saint John of Damascus is one of the most significant examples of Cretan iconographic art from the early 15th century. The work is located in the Church of Panagia Odigitria of the Valsamonero Monastery, a monastic complex that flourished during the period of Venetian rule [...]
Title: The Riace Bronze Warriors
Artist: Unknown
Type: Bronze statues
Date: 460-450 BC
Dimensions: Larger than life (approximately 2 meters)
Materials: Bronze with copper inlays on the lips and nipples, silver on the teeth of Warrior A
Location: National Archaeological Museum of Reggio Calabria, Italy
The Riace Bronze Warriors are two of the most important examples of ancient Greek bronze sculpture that have survived to this day. They were accidentally discovered in 1972 by a diver on the seabed near Riace in Calabria, [...]
Memory: June 11 Saint Gabriel the Athonite is one of the most significant figures of Athonite monasticism in the 10th century, inextricably linked with the miraculous event of the delivery of the hymn "Axion Estin." He practiced asceticism in Karyes of Mount Athos, at the Cell of the Dormition of the Theotokos in the area of Kapsala, which today belongs to the Monastery of Pantokrator. His spiritual journey is characterized by deep humility and dedication to the ascetic life under the guidance of his Elder. In the year 980 AD, he was deemed worthy of a [...]
Memory: May 13th Saint John the Iberian is one of the most significant figures of Athonite monasticism in the 10th century. Born into a prominent family of Iberia, John Varasvatzes, as he was known in the world, distinguished himself as a curopalates and advisor to the ruler of Iberia, David. His decision to abandon worldly life and embrace monasticism marked the beginning of a new era for Mount Athos. In 965, he arrived at Athos, where he became closely associated with Saint Athanasius the Athonite, founder of the Great […]
Title: The Dormition of the Theotokos Artist: Unknown Iconographer of the Novgorod School Type: Russian Orthodox Icon Date: circa 1650 Dimensions: Unknown Materials: Egg tempera and gold leaf on wooden panel Location: Museum of Russian Icons, Clinton, Massachusetts, USA
The Icon of the Dormition in Clinton is an exceptional example of 17th-century Russian iconographic art, originating from the renowned Novgorod School. The work depicts the Dormition of the Theotokos, one of the most significant events in the liturgical cycle of the Orthodox Church. The [...]
Title: Fresco of Saint Cyprian
Artist: Unknown
Type: Fresco
Date: Early 15th century
Dimensions: Unknown
Materials: Fresco on plaster
Location: Holy Monastery of Valsamonero, Church of Panagia Odigitria, Crete
The fresco of Saint Cyprian is an excellent example of late Byzantine art from the early 15th century, adorning the walls of the Holy Monastery of Valsamonero in Crete. The work captures with unique mastery the artistic tradition of the Cretan School, combining Byzantine and Western elements. The mural is part of the broader iconographic program of [...]
Title: Saint Stephen the Protomartyr Artist: Unknown Type: Fresco Date: Early 15th century Dimensions: Unknown Materials: Fresco on plaster Location: Holy Monastery of Valsamonero, Church of Panagia Odigitria, Crete
The fresco of Saint Stephen is an exceptional example of Byzantine iconography from the early 15th century, adorning the walls of the historic Monastery of Valsamonero in Crete. The work depicts Saint Stephen, the first martyr of the Christian faith, in a monumental and imposing stance. The style of the fresco reflects the artistic [...]
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: Mural of Saint Cosmas the Poet Artist: Unknown Type: Mural Date: Late 14th century Dimensions: Unknown Materials: Fresco Location: Holy Monastery of Valsamonero, Crete
In the holy church of Panagia Odigitria of the Valsamonero Monastery in Crete, the iconic mural of Saint Cosmas the Poet stands out, an exceptional example of late Byzantine art from the last decades of the 14th century. The figure of Saint Cosmas the Poet is depicted with particular mastery, highlighting his spiritual character and his hymnographic quality. The mural constitutes [...]
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 [...]
Title: Christ Pantocrator Artist: Unknown Master of the Moscow School Type: Orthodox Icon Date: Early 18th century Materials: Egg tempera and gold leaf on wooden panel Location: Moscow, Russia
The Pantocrator of Moscow is an exceptional example of Russian iconographic art from the early 18th century. The icon, crafted by an unknown artist of the Moscow School, depicts the face of Christ with intense spirituality and technical perfection. The composition is characterized by the classic depiction of the Pantocrator, where the [...]
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 [...]












