Paternity (Trinity) with Saints (c.1415) by Orthodox Icons

Paternity (Trinity) with Saints - Orthodox Icons - c.1415

Artwork Information

TitlePaternity (Trinity) with Saints
ArtistOrthodox Icons
Datec.1415
Mediumtempera
Art MovementNovgorod school of icon painting
Current LocationTretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia

About Paternity (Trinity) with Saints

The artwork titled “Paternity (Trinity) with Saints” is attributed to the artist group known as Orthodox Icons and dates back to approximately 1415. It is executed in tempera and belongs to the Novgorod school of icon painting, representing the genre of icon art. This artwork is part of the Holy Trinity series and is currently housed in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia.

The artwork depicts a highly detailed religious scene focusing on the Holy Trinity, with prominent central figures and a background filled with spiritual beings and saints. The primary figures are rendered in traditional Orthodox iconographic style, illustrating deep theological symbolism. The artist uses tempera to achieve vibrant colors and intricate details, adhering to the characteristic techniques of the Novgorod school. The inclusion of small, detailed figures of saints on either side and the balanced composition contribute to the overall sacred and formal tone of the artwork. The faint inscriptions and the rich iconographic elements highlight its historical and devotional significance.

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