The artwork, titled “Theodosius the Cenobiarch,” was created by Byzantine Mosaics around the year 1056. This mosaic piece, which forms part of the Middle Byzantine art movement and the Macedonian Renaissance period (867–1056), belongs to the religious painting genre and is part of the series located in the Nea Moni of Chios, Greece. This significant piece is currently housed at the Nea Moni of Chios.
The artwork depicts Theodosius the Cenobiarch, a revered religious figure, through the intricate medium of mosaic. The detailed craftsmanship is evident in the composition, with Theodosius portrayed in a solemn and dignified manner. The mosaic utilizes a rich palette of colors, with a predominance of gold, giving the piece a radiant and divine appearance. The subject’s austere expression and the subtle use of lines to define his facial features and attire embody the spiritual and contemplative nature associated with Byzantine religious art. The inscriptions in Greek further contextualize the sanctity and historical significance of Theodosius within the religious tradition.