Kyiv school of icon painting

Virgin the Affectionate. Marvellous Icon from Pochaiv. Kyiv (c.1700 – c.1800) by Orthodox Icons

The artwork titled “Virgin the Affectionate. Marvellous Icon from Pochaiv. Kyiv” is a significant iconographic representation created by artists of the Orthodox tradition, attributed to the Kyiv school of icon painting. It dates back to the period between the 1700s and 1800s and belongs to the genre of religious icons, specifically forming part of a …

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Saint Demetrius Solunsky (c.1113) by Orthodox Icons

The artwork titled “Saint Demetrius Solunsky,” created by the artist known under the designation “Orthodox Icons,” dates back to approximately 1113. Executed in mosaic, this piece is a noteworthy representation of the Kyiv school of icon painting, manifesting the Komnenian style that prevailed between 1081 and 1185. Classified as an icon, the artwork belongs to …

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Saint Demetrius Solunsky (c.1200 – c.1230) by Orthodox Icons

The artwork, titled “Saint Demetrius Solunsky,” created by “Orthodox Icons,” dates from circa 1200 to circa 1230 and is a notable example of stone bas-relief. It belongs to the Kyiv school of icon painting and falls under the genre of iconography, specifically within a series dedicated to Saints. The depicted artwork features a highly detailed …

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Intercession of the Holy Virgin (Pokrova) with the Portrait of Hetman Bohdan Khmelnytsky (c.1675 – c.1725) by Orthodox Icons

The artwork, titled “Intercession of the Holy Virgin (Pokrova) with the Portrait of Hetman Bohdan Khmelnytsky,” was created by Orthodox Icons circa 1675 to 1725. It belongs to the Kyiv school of icon painting, a prominent art movement known for its religious iconography. This piece is a part of the “Holidays and Events of Sacred …

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Saint George (front side) (c.875 – c.1125) by Orthodox Icons

The artwork titled “Saint George (front side)” is attributed to the artist Orthodox Icons and dates from approximately 875 to 1125. Created using tempera on wood, the piece is a significant example of the Novgorod and Kyiv schools of icon painting. Measuring 174 by 122 centimeters, this iconographic work belongs to the genre of religious …

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Candlemas. From the Festive Row of the Main Iconostasis of the Assumption Cathedral of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra (1729) by Orthodox Icons

The artwork, titled “Candlemas. From the Festive Row of the Main Iconostasis of the Assumption Cathedral of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra,” was created in 1729 by the collective known as “Orthodox Icons.” It belongs to the Kyiv school of icon painting and falls under the genre of iconography, specifically as part of the Evangelical cycle series. …

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The Nativity. From the Festive Row of the Main Iconostasis of the Assumption Cathedral of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra (1729) by Orthodox Icons

The artwork titled “The Nativity. From the Festive Row of the Main Iconostasis of the Assumption Cathedral of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra,” created in 1729 by Orthodox Icons, belongs to the Kyiv school of icon painting. Measuring 118 x 32 cm, this piece is part of the Evangelical cycle series and is classified within the genre …

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Theotokos of the Caves (Svensk) with the Monks Anthony and Theodosius of the Caves (1288) by Orthodox Icons

The artwork, titled “Theotokos of the Caves (Svensk) with the Monks Anthony and Theodosius of the Caves,” is a 1288 tempera on wood icon crafted by the Orthodox Icons. This piece is an exemplary work from the Kyiv school of icon painting and is part of the “Virgin Mary, Mother of God” series. It measures …

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Orans of Yaroslavl (Great Panagia, Our Lady of the Sign) (c.1200 – c.1300) by Orthodox Icons

The artwork under discussion is titled “Orans of Yaroslavl (Great Panagia, Our Lady of the Sign),” attributed to an unknown artist under the collective designation “Orthodox Icons.” It dates from circa 1200-1300 and was rendered using tempera on wood. This piece belongs to the Kyiv school of icon painting and falls within the genre of …

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Theotokos of Unburnt Bush (c.1850) by Orthodox Icons

“Theotokos of Unburnt Bush,” created by Orthodox Icons around 1850, is a remarkable piece representative of the Kyiv school of icon painting. This artwork, belonging to the genre of religious icons, is part of the series “Virgin Mary, Mother of God.” It is a quintessential example of Eastern Orthodox iconography, encapsulating spiritual themes and intricate …

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Doubting Thomas (c.1175 – c.1225) by Orthodox Icons

The artwork titled “Doubting Thomas,” created by the artist “Orthodox Icons,” dates from approximately 1175 to 1225. This bas-relief piece is representative of the Kyiv school of icon painting during the Middle Byzantine period (circa 850–1204). Measuring 4 x 3 cm, this icon sculpture is part of the “Saints” series and is currently housed in …

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Expulsion of the Merchants from the Temple (c.1700 – c.1800) by Orthodox Icons

The artwork, named “Expulsion of the Merchants from the Temple,” was created by the artist “Orthodox Icons” circa 1700 – 1800. This piece is part of the Kyiv school of icon painting and falls under the genre of iconography. The painting is also included in the series known as the “Evangelical cycle.” The artwork portrays …

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