The Saviour of Cherobyl (2011) by Orthodox Icons

The Saviour of Cherobyl - Orthodox Icons - 2011

Artwork Information

TitleThe Saviour of Cherobyl
ArtistOrthodox Icons
Date2011

About The Saviour of Cherobyl

“The Saviour of Chernobyl,” authored by the artist “Orthodox Icons” in 2011, belongs to the genre of iconography and is part of the “Modern iconography” series. The artwork embodies a blend of traditional religious iconographic elements with contemporary thematic significance.

The artwork showcases a central Christ figure, resplendent in a blue and red robe, standing upon clouds and bestowing blessings with the right hand while holding a book in the left hand. Surrounding Christ are two figures: to the left, the Virgin Mary portrayed in a red robe, and to the right, another venerated saint clad in ornate ecclesiastical attire. Below the central divine assembly, groups of individuals are depicted, some dressed in white garments with nimbus-like halos, while others in protective gear or medical attire indicative of their roles during the Chernobyl disaster response. The background features an intricate blend of celestial and terrestrial elements, seamlessly integrating the ethereal domain with earthly tableaux. The golden border framing the entire composition accentuates the sacred aura, reflecting the traditional craftsmanship inherent in religious icons.

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