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Icoană pe sticlă „Maica Domnului cu Pruncul”

Icoană pe sticlă „Maica Domnului cu Pruncul”, by Unknown, 1850
Icoană pe sticlă „Maica Domnului cu Pruncul”, by Unknown, 1850

Icoană pe sticlă „Maica Domnului cu Pruncul” is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Ethnographical Museum of Transylvania.

About this work

Overview

A devotional image depicts a serene woman cradling a child, both with golden halos, set against a predominantly blue background with hints of orange and green.

Subject & Meaning

The scene represents the Virgin Mary with the Christ child, conveying a sense of calm and intimacy, likely intended for personal devotion or contemplation.

Technique & Style

The painting features simple yet vibrant colors, with visible wear indicating its age, and is executed in a style characteristic of traditional glass icons.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known