Artwork
Nașterea Maicii Domnului
Nașterea Maicii Domnului is an unspecified painting by the Byzantine icon painting artist Simon din Bălgrad. It is held in the collection of the Alba Iulia Orthodox Archdiocese.
About this work
Overview
The painting 'Nașterea Maicii Domnului' depicts a serene indoor scene with figures gathered around a table. The work features a gold background and stylized figures, with text in an old script at the top and bottom.
Subject & Meaning
The scene likely represents a religious event, given the gold background and stylized figures. The presence of text in an old script suggests a narrative or devotional purpose.
Technique & Style
The artist has arranged the figures in a deliberate composition, with two main figures seated at a table and smaller figures in the background. The use of a gold background and stylized figures indicates a traditional or conservative artistic style.
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…
