Moses Receiving the Law (c.1050 – c.1100) by Orthodox Icons

Moses Receiving the Law - Orthodox Icons - c.1050 - c.1100

Artwork Information

TitleMoses Receiving the Law
ArtistOrthodox Icons
Datec.1050 - c.1100
Art MovementMiddle Byzantine (c. 850–1204),Komnenian style (1081-1185)
Current LocationSaint Catherine's Monastery, Mount Sinai, Egypt

About Moses Receiving the Law

The artwork entitled “Moses Receiving the Law,” created by the artist known as “Orthodox Icons” between circa 1050 to circa 1100, exemplifies the Middle Byzantine art movement characterized by the Komnenian style, which flourished between 1081 and 1185. This icon belongs to the genre of religious iconography and is a part of the Saints series. The illustrious piece is housed at Saint Catherine’s Monastery on Mount Sinai in Egypt, a location renowned for its collection of ancient Christian artwork.

The composition depicts the biblical figure Moses, who is traditionally associated with receiving the tablets of the Ten Commandments. The artwork portrays Moses clad in draped garments of subtle yet rich colors, primarily blue and white, signifying humility and divinity. His posture conveys motion, as if he is actively ascending or descending the holy Mount Sinai, with the tablets partially obscured by his flowing robe. The background is set against a golden hue, symbolizing the sacred and divine environment. The icon’s aesthetic is dominant with fine linear detailing and a serene countenance that is characteristic of Byzantine art. Every visual element is crafted to convey a sense of reverence and spiritual solemnity, aligning the viewer’s contemplation to religious devotion.

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