Artwork

Icoana o prezintă pe Maica Domnului cu capul orientat spre dreapta cu coroana pe cap; pe bratul sting Isus copil. Decorul este reprezentat de motive florale pe fundal: trandafiri; Cromatică: roșu; verde; galben; alb; fond albastru.

Icoana o prezintă pe Maica Domnului cu capul orientat spre dreapta cu coroana pe cap; pe bratul sting Isus copil. Decorul este reprezentat de motive florale pe fundal: trandafiri; Cromatică: roșu; verde; galben; alb; fond albastru. is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the ASTRA National Museum Complex. The image depicts the Virgin Mary turned toward the viewer’s right, crowned and cradling the infant Jesus on her left arm.

About this work

Overview

The image depicts the Virgin Mary turned toward the viewer’s right, crowned and cradling the infant Jesus on her left arm. Behind them a decorative floral motif fills the space, dominated by roses. The palette includes red, green, yellow, white and a blue background, creating a vivid yet balanced composition.

Subject & Meaning

The central figures represent the Theotokos and the Christ Child, a common devotional theme emphasizing Mary's role as mother and intercessor. The crown signifies her exalted status, while the intimate pose underscores the humanity and tenderness of the infant Jesus.

Technique & Style

The work employs intricate detailing on both the garments and the surrounding flora, characteristic of Eastern Orthodox iconography. The use of bright, contrasting colors—particularly the deep reds and blues—enhances the visual hierarchy, drawing attention to the sacred figures against the ornamental backdrop.

Context

Floral ornamentation, especially roses, often symbolizes purity and divine love in religious art. The combination of vivid hues and decorative patterns aligns with the aesthetic conventions of Byzantine-influenced devotional paintings, where symbolism and visual richness serve liturgical purposes.