The artwork, titled “Saints Paul, James the Elder, Stephen, Lawrence, Martin of Tours, Leonard of Limoges,” was created by an artist known as Orthodox Icons between approximately 1175 and 1195. This piece is attributed to the Crusader workshop during the time of the Crusades and belongs to the icon genre. It is part of the “Saints” series and depicts six venerated Christian saints.
In the artwork, six sanctified figures are arranged in two rows against a golden, textured backdrop. On the top row from left to right are Saints Paul, James the Elder, and Stephen. The lower row features Saints Lawrence, Martin of Tours, and Leonard of Limoges. Each saint is portrayed with haloes, signifying their holy status. Their vestments and attributes, such as books and crosses, highlight their individual identities and contributions to Christian faith and tradition. The style exemplifies medieval religious iconography, typical of the Crusader workshop, marked by a distinctive, solemn elegance and spiritual awe.
