The artwork is titled “A Blessing Child Jesus,” crafted by Byzantine Mosaics around the year 1000. The medium used for this piece is mosaic, a common technique in its art movement, the Middle Byzantine period (circa 850–1204), specifically within the Macedonian Renaissance (867–1056). This work falls under the genre of religious painting and is part of the Hagia Sophia series located in Istanbul, Turkey.
The artwork portrays a young Jesus Christ depicted with a serene and divine aura. The figure is set against a deep blue background, emphasizing the spiritual and heavenly context. Jesus is rendered in intricate mosaic form, with tesserae meticulously placed to create detailed shading and realism. His gaze is calm and blessings are symbolically extended through his right hand, while he holds a scroll in his left, signifying wisdom and scripture. A golden halo surrounds his head, marking his holy status. The drapery of his clothing is depicted with harmonious color transitions and fine detailing, reflecting the artist’s craftsmanship and the stylistic elements of the Byzantine tradition. The composition imbues a sense of reverence and sanctity, commensurate with the profound religious significance of the St. Sophia Cathedral’s sacred art.