Theotokos Mosaic (c.1320) by Byzantine Mosaics

Theotokos Mosaic - Byzantine Mosaics - c.1320

Artwork Information

TitleTheotokos Mosaic
ArtistByzantine Mosaics
Datec.1320
Mediummosaïque
Art MovementByzantine,Late Byzantine/Palaeologan Renaissance (c. 1261–1453)
Current LocationChora Church, Istanbul, Turkey

About Theotokos Mosaic

The artwork titled “Theotokos Mosaic” was created by Byzantine Mosaics around the year 1320. This piece, executed in the medium of mosaïque, belongs to the Late Byzantine/Palaeologan Renaissance art movement, which spanned from approximately 1261 to 1453. It is a religious painting that is part of a series located within the Chora Church in Istanbul, Turkey.

The artwork features an intricate mosaic depiction of the Theotokos, or Mother of God, holding the Christ Child. It is a distinguished example of Byzantine religious art, with the figures rendered in careful detail using minute pieces of colored glass and stone. The Theotokos is shown in a somber, tender pose, her head slightly tilted towards the Child, who is depicted with an expression of serene wisdom. Both figures are adorned with regal garments, highlighted with gold tesserae, emphasizing their divine and royal nature. The background and halos are also covered in shimmering gilded mosaics, contributing to the celestial ambiance of the artwork. Despite the passage of time, the mosaic’s vibrant colors and intricate workmanship remain a testament to the artistic skill and spiritual devotion of the Byzantine era.

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