The artwork, titled “Saint Simeon Stylites,” is created by Orthodox Icons around the year 1550. This piece belongs to the genre of iconography and is part of the “Saints” series.
The artwork depicts Saint Simeon Stylites standing atop a pillar, representing his ascetic way of life where he remained atop a pillar for many years as a form of devotion and penance. The saint is illustrated with a halo around his head, indicating his sanctity. Surrounding him are architectural elements and what appear to be rocks or mountainous formations, enhancing the spiritual and isolated setting of the scene. To the left-hand corner of the artwork, a depiction of the Madonna and Child can be observed, bringing a celestial and spiritual presence to the scene. The background is rendered in a golden hue, a common characteristic of Byzantine icons, which signifies the divine light and sacred nature of the subject. The overall composition and intricate details reflect the traditional stylistic attributes typical of Orthodox iconography.