Byzantine icon of Our Lady of Vladimir with gold background 24x18 cm Greece
Byzantine icon of Our Lady of Vladimir with gold background 25X19 cm. Orthodox icon also known as the Mother of God of Tenderness, it is one of the most venerated and famous Orthodox icons in the world and is a typical example of Byzantine iconography of the Eleusian typology, that is, one who shows tenderness or who shows mercy. The depiction of this icon immediately became an object of devotion for the Russian faithful. According to one tradition, the image was painted by the evangelist Luke. ...
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Byzantine icon of Our Lady of Vladimir with gold background 25X19 cm. Orthodox icon also known as the Mother of God of Tenderness, it is one of the most venerated and famous Orthodox icons in the world and is a typical example of Byzantine iconography of the Eleusian typology, that is, one who shows tenderness or who shows mercy. The depiction of this icon immediately became an object of devotion for the Russian faithful. According to one tradition, the image was painted by the evangelist Luke. Icon made according to an old traditional Byzantine style on canvas and old wood. The image in the center of the icon is slightly subdued to the edge of the frame. Baby Jesus' left hand tightens his mother's neck to bring his face closer to Mary's.The Madonna has a green dress with a red cloak, where 2 stars can be seen on her head and left shoulder. On the back, there is a certificate of a Byzantine icon, made in Greece.