Battle Between Novgorod and Suzdal in 1170 (Miracle of the icon ‘Theotokos the Sign’) (c.1450) by Orthodox Icons

Battle Between Novgorod and Suzdal in 1170 (Miracle of the icon 'Theotokos the Sign') - Orthodox Icons - c.1450

Artwork Information

TitleBattle Between Novgorod and Suzdal in 1170 (Miracle of the icon 'Theotokos the Sign')
ArtistOrthodox Icons
Datec.1450
Dimensions165 x 119.5 cm
Art MovementNovgorod school of icon painting
Current LocationNovgorod State Museum Preserve, Novgorod, Russia

About Battle Between Novgorod and Suzdal in 1170 (Miracle of the icon 'Theotokos the Sign')

The artwork titled “Battle Between Novgorod and Suzdal in 1170 (Miracle of the icon ‘Theotokos the Sign’)” is attributed to the artist known as “Orthodox Icons” and dates back to approximately 1450. It belongs to the Novgorod school of icon painting and can be classified within the genre of iconography. The artwork measures 165 by 119.5 centimeters and is currently housed in the Novgorod State Museum Preserve, located in Novgorod, Russia.

The artwork is a vivid portrayal divided into scenes that depict a historical and religious event — the battle between Novgorod and Suzdal in 1170, highlighting the miraculous intervention of the Theotokos. The painting is structured in tiers, with the upper part illustrating clergy and citizens of Novgorod, along with the icon, in a procession and prayerful stance. Below, the imagery captures the two armies in conflict, with mounted warriors brandishing lances and shields. The detailed garments, the banners, and the church architecture in the background emphasize the historical and religious significance of the moment. The use of gold and rich colors, as well as the organized composition, is characteristic of the Novgorod school, reflecting both a narrative and a spiritual dimension within the piece.

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