Artwork

Maica Domnului cu Pruncul - Stăpâna Îngerilor

Maica Domnului cu Pruncul - Stăpâna Îngerilor, by Constantinos zugrav, unspecified, 1697
Maica Domnului cu Pruncul - Stăpâna Îngerilor, by Constantinos zugrav, unspecified, 1697

Maica Domnului cu Pruncul - Stăpâna Îngerilor is an unspecified painting by the Byzantine icon painting artist Constantinos zugrav. It dates from 1697 and is held in the collection of the Royal Court National Museum Complex.

About this work

Overview

Maica Domnului cu Pruncul - Stăpâna Îngerilor is a painting created by Constantinos zugrav around 1697. It is now held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the Virgin Mary seated on a throne with the Christ child, flanked by two angels. The scene is a representation of a religious theme, with the figures arranged in a formal composition.

Technique & Style

The work features intricate designs and patterns, particularly on the Virgin's red robe. The use of vivid colors, including a light yellow background, adds to the overall visual effect. The faces of the figures are rendered with serene expressions.

Artist & collection

Artist

Constantinos zugrav

Constantinos Zugrav was a devout artist. He likely spent most of his days in prayer and quiet contemplation. One thing that sticks about his work is the attention to detail in his religious paintings, like Maica…