The artwork, named “Christ in Majesty,” was created by Andrei Rublev in the year 1408. Executed on a panel using tempera, this remarkable piece of art belongs to the Byzantine and Moscow school of icon painting movements. It is a religious painting and icon, measuring 314 by 220 centimeters. Created as part of a series for the Assumption Cathedral in Vladimir, it currently resides within this same cathedral in Vladimir, Russia.
“Christ in Majesty” illustrates Christ seated in a majestic pose, surrounded by a complex mandorla with overlapping geometric shapes that accentuate the divine aura. The figure of Christ is central, with his right hand raised in blessing, and holding an open book in his left hand, which bears inscriptions. The use of tempera enhances the ethereal glow emanating from Christ’s garments and halo. The stylistic elements reflect the Byzantine influence, characterized by the intricate detailing, solemn expression, and spiritual depth, which are hallmarks of Andrei Rublev’s artistry and the religious iconography of the period.
