The artwork, titled “Moses and the Israelites,” is a creation by the artist group “Orthodox Icons” and dates from approximately 1800 to 1900. It belongs to the genre of iconography and is part of the series “Saints.”
In this icon, which appears round and set within a rustic frame, several figures are depicted in a scene from the biblical account of Moses. At the center stands Moses, identifiable by his halo, pointing towards a bronze serpent mounted on a pole. Surrounding him, the Israelites are shown in various postures ranging from kneeling to pointing towards the serpent. The use of halos, traditional clothing, and the inclusion of written script in the upper part of the artwork are characteristic of Orthodox Christian iconography. This piece effectively captures the solemnity and spirituality associated with its religious narrative.
