The artwork, “The Last Judgment,” created between c.1560 and c.1570, is an icon attributed to the Galicia-Volyn school, part of the series “Holydays and Events of Sacred History.” This piece represents the genre of religious iconography associated with Orthodox Christian art.
In detail, the artwork presents a vivid depiction of the Last Judgment, employing a rich palette of colors and intricate imagery to illustrate key eschatological themes. Central to the composition is the figure of Christ, surrounded by a mandorla and flanked by angels, symbolizing divine authority and the final judgment. Surrounding scenes depict the resurrection of the dead, the weighing of souls, and the resulting separation of the righteous and the damned. Saints, apostles, and other holy figures are shown interceding or witnessing the divine judgment. The right side of the artwork graphically demonstrates the consequences of sin, with devils tormenting the damned amidst scenes of hellfire and chaos. In contrast, the left side portrays the righteous ascending towards heavenly peace. The dense and detailed quality of the artwork exemplifies the theological and artistic rigor characteristic of the Galicia-Volyn school.
