The artwork, titled “Theotokos of Burning Bush,” was created by the collective entity known as “Orthodox Icons” around the year 1633. This icon falls within the genre of religious iconography and is part of the series depicting the Virgin Mary, Mother of God.
The artwork features the Virgin Mary at its center, holding the Christ child, surrounded by a complex arrangement of radiant geometric shapes and symbolic imagery. The central figures are enclosed within a prominent circular frame that is further surrounded by an eight-pointed star and various other shapes, rendering a layered and multifaceted composition. Four main sections of the artwork are depicted in different colors and host angelic and saintly figures, each encapsulated in distinct scenes that allude to various theological themes and biblical stories. The intricate detailing and vibrant hues contribute to the icon’s reverential and divine aura. The sacred and majestic portrayal, inherent to the Orthodox icon tradition, aims to invoke spiritual contemplation and veneration.