The artwork titled “Saint Sergius. Master of the Knights Templar,” created by the artist known as Orthodox Icons, dates back to circa 1275 – circa 1325. Classified under the Late Byzantine/Palaeologan Renaissance art movement, which spanned from 1261 to 1453, the piece is an icon belonging to the genre of religious iconography. It forms part of a series themed around saints and is currently housed at Saint Catherine’s Monastery, Mount Sinai, Egypt.
The artwork depicts Saint Sergius, mounted on a horse and adorned with medieval armor. He holds a flag featuring a prominent red cross against a white background, signifying his association with Christian military orders. The saint’s attire is elaborately detailed with intricate patterns, reflecting the sophisticated style of the Late Byzantine art period. Behind him, a gilded halo and a decorated shield highlight his sanctity and importance. At the base of the artwork, a figure, presumably a supplicant, kneels in reverence, underscoring the spiritual and devotional context of the icon. The use of vibrant colors, particularly red and green, and the elaborate ornamental frame further accentuate the sacred and historical significance of the piece.
