Archdeacon Stephan (c.1113) by Byzantine Mosaics

Archdeacon Stephan - Byzantine Mosaics - c.1113

Artwork Information

TitleArchdeacon Stephan
ArtistByzantine Mosaics
Datec.1113
Mediummosaïque
Art MovementMiddle Byzantine (c. 850–1204),Komnenian style (1081-1185)
Current LocationSaint Sophia Cathedral, Kyiv, Ukraine

About Archdeacon Stephan

The artwork titled “Archdeacon Stephan,” created by Byzantine Mosaics circa 1113, is a mosaic that belongs to the Middle Byzantine art movement, specifically the Komnenian style which flourished from 1081 to 1185. This religious painting, part of a series from St. Michael’s Golden-Domed Monastery in Kyiv, Ukraine, is currently located in Saint Sophia Cathedral in the same city.

The artwork depicts Archdeacon Stephan in a highly detailed and intricate mosaic form. Stephan is portrayed in traditional ecclesiastical attire, characterized by a solemn expression and a dignified stance. His figure is rendered with precise attention to the folds and drapery of his clothing, a hallmark of Byzantine artistic style. The background features a golden hue, typical of Byzantine mosaics, symbolizing divine light. Ornate Greek inscriptions can be seen on either side of his head, designating his status. His right hand holds a censer, while his left hand supports an elaborate object, possibly a liturgical cloth or vessel, emphasizing his role and duties within the church. The overall composition reflects the religious and spiritual significance attributed to figures of the Byzantine era, capturing both their venerated status and their connection to sacred rituals.

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