The artwork “Theodore Metokhites Presenting a Model of the Chora Church to Jesus Christ” is attributed to the Byzantine Mosaics and dates back to 1320. Executed in the medium of mosaïque, this piece belongs to the Byzantine and Late Byzantine/Palaeologan Renaissance artistic movements, primarily known for their religious themes. The artwork is part of a series housed in the Chora Church located in Istanbul, Turkey.
In the artwork, the right side features Jesus Christ seated, adorned with a halo and holding what appears to be a Gospel book. His right hand is raised in a gesture of benediction. The left side depicts Theodore Metokhites, identifiable by his elaborate and richly ornamented attire, including a distinctive hat. He is humbly presenting a model of the Chora Church to Christ, signifying his devotion and patronage. The background is embellished with intricate geometric and floral patterns, characteristic of Byzantine mosaics, creating a vivid and reverential scene that captures the spiritual and artistic essence of the period.