Artwork
Maica Domnului cu Pruncul
Maica Domnului cu Pruncul is an unspecified painting by the Byzantine icon painting artist Simon din Bălgrad. It dates from 1780 and is held in the collection of the Alba Iulia Orthodox Archdiocese.
About this work
Overview
Maica Domnului cu Pruncul is a painting created by Simon din Bălgrad in 1780.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman, likely the Virgin Mary, holding a child, probably the Christ child, dressed in elaborate attire against a blue background. The scene is suggestive of a religious theme.
Technique & Style
The artwork features intricate designs and patterns on the woman's robe, and a detailed representation of the figures. The style is characterized by an emphasis on emotion and detail, showing some affinity with Romanticism.
History & Provenance
The painting is housed at the Museum of Ethnography.
Artist & collection
Artist
These drawings come from a 18th-century Romanian church tradition. They show scenes from the life of Jesus and Mary, like Botezul lui Iisus and Învierea lui Iisus, drawn in dark ink on paper. The figures are posed…
