Saint Nikita slaying the demon (c.1450) by Orthodox Icons

Saint Nikita slaying the demon - Orthodox Icons - c.1450

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TitleSaint Nikita slaying the demon
ArtistOrthodox Icons
Datec.1450

About Saint Nikita slaying the demon

The artwork, titled “Saint Nikita slaying the demon,” is attributed to the artist group known as “Orthodox Icons.” Created around the year 1450, this piece falls within the genre of iconography and belongs to the series depicting various saints.

This particular artwork portrays Saint Nikita in the act of slaying a demon, a symbolic representation of the triumph of good over evil. Saint Nikita is centrally positioned, dressed in traditional armor and wielding a sword against a dark, demonic figure. His pose is dynamic, capturing a moment of decisive action. Surrounding the central scene are multiple smaller depictions of other saints and holy figures, typically framed in traditional halos, adding to the spiritual and religious significance. The background and border areas are richly adorned with colors and patterns that are characteristic of Orthodox icon painting, contributing to the overall sacred and reverential atmosphere of the piece.

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