Angelic birds Sirin and Alkonost (c.1750) by Orthodox Icons

Angelic birds Sirin and Alkonost - Orthodox Icons - c.1750

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TitleAngelic birds Sirin and Alkonost
ArtistOrthodox Icons
Datec.1750

About Angelic birds Sirin and Alkonost

The artwork titled “Angelic Birds Sirin and Alkonost” was created by the artist known as “Orthodox Icons” around the year 1750. It belongs to the genre of iconography and is part of the “Angels and Ethereal Powers” series.

The artwork depicts a richly detailed scene dominated by two figures known as Sirin and Alkonost, mythical birds from Slavic folklore. Both celestial beings have human faces and bird bodies with resplendent, red wings spread wide. Sirin, on the left, is adorned with an ornate crown-like headpiece and appears to be holding a scroll with writing on it. Alkonost, on the right, mirrors Sirin’s form with a serene expression. Above these two figures, a line of celestial beings and saints is seen, with the central figure being a revered icon, perhaps of Jesus or a saint elevated amidst an aura of divinity. The background showcases a blend of symbolic elements and other angelic or ethereal figures, adding layers of spiritual significance to the overall composition. The use of vivid colors and intricate detailing is characteristic of traditional Orthodox iconography, aiming to convey profound spiritual and religious themes to the observer.

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