Artwork

Icon of Saints Anthony and Theodosius with the Theotokos Panachranta

Icon of Saints Anthony and Theodosius with the Theotokos Panachranta, by Alypius of the Caves, unspecified, 1050
Icon of Saints Anthony and Theodosius with the Theotokos Panachranta, by Alypius of the Caves, unspecified, 1050

Icon of Saints Anthony and Theodosius with the Theotokos Panachranta is an unspecified painting by the Byzantine icon painting artist Alypius of the Caves. It dates from 1050 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery.

About this work

Overview

This icon, created around 1050, is a religious painting attributed to Alypius of the Caves. It is a representation of three figures and is currently held at the Tretyakov Gallery.

Subject & Meaning

The icon depicts the Theotokos Panachranta, likely Mary, holding the Christ Child and flanked by two bearded saints, possibly including Saint Anthony of Kyiv. The figures are shown with solemn expressions, wearing red robes and cloaks, against a faded gold background.

Technique & Style

The painting exhibits signs of aging, with worn paint. The use of red and dark blue for the robes and cloak is notable. The figures are rendered in a formal, static pose, characteristic of traditional icon painting.

Artist & collection

Artist

Alypius of the Caves

This 11th-century artist painted icons on wood panels in the Kievan Rus’ tradition.

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