Autocratic (c.1890) by Orthodox Icons

Autocratic - Orthodox Icons - c.1890

Artwork Information

TitleAutocratic
ArtistOrthodox Icons
Datec.1890

About Autocratic

The artwork titled “Autocratic,” created by the artist known as Orthodox Icons, dates back to approximately 1890. The artwork belongs to the icon genre and is part of the series “Virgin Mary, Mother of God.”

The artwork depicts the Virgin Mary seated and holding the Christ Child on her lap, a traditional representation in Orthodox Christian iconography. Both figures are crowned, emphasizing their divine royalty. The Virgin Mary is adorned in richly decorated garments, adding to the artwork’s grandeur and sacred significance. She sits upon a throne flanked by two majestic eagles, their detailed wings enveloping her, symbolizing protection and power. The entire scene is imbued with a luminous halo, which accentuates the holy aura surrounding the central figures. In the background, several other saintly figures are present, each exuding reverence and solemnity, contributing to the overall sanctified atmosphere of the artwork. This piece captures the reverent devotion to the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child characteristic of Orthodox Christian iconography.

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