Artwork
Saviour Made Without Hands

Saviour Made Without Hands is a tempera painting by the Byzantine icon painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1150 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery.
About this work
Overview
The Saviour Made Without Hands is a tempera painting depicting a face, likely Jesus Christ, within a circular frame.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, with long hair and beard, is shown with downcast eyes and a closed mouth, conveying a contemplative or introspective mood. The image is set against a gold background, a common symbol of divinity in religious art.
Technique & Style
The painting is executed in tempera, a medium that involves mixing pigments with a binding agent, resulting in a work with notable depth and texture.
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