Artwork
Deisis
Deisis is an unspecified painting by the Byzantine icon painting artist Popa Nicolae. It dates from 1777 and is held in the collection of the Alba Iulia Orthodox Archdiocese.
About this work
Overview
Deisis is a painting created by Popa Nicolae in 1777, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a bearded figure in a red robe with a golden halo, accompanied by two smaller figures floating above his shoulders, likely representing a religious scene.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by bold colors, clear shapes, and minimal shading, with a flat gold background and faded blue-green edges. The figures are defined by simple lines, and the overall style is marked by a sense of calmness and serenity.
History & Provenance
Created in 1777 by Popa Nicolae, Deisis is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Romanian printmaker and painter Nicolae Popa filled small canvases and sheets with quiet, precise scenes.
