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Plângerea lui Iisus Hristos; Icoană ferecată

Plângerea lui Iisus Hristos; Icoană ferecată, by Unknown, 1850
Plângerea lui Iisus Hristos; Icoană ferecată, by Unknown, 1850

Plângerea lui Iisus Hristos; Icoană ferecată is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania. This image depicts a serene scene of a woman holding a child, surrounded by kneeling figures and framed in gold with intricate patterns.

About this work

Overview

This image depicts a serene scene of a woman holding a child, surrounded by kneeling figures and framed in gold with intricate patterns.

Subject & Meaning

The woman, adorned with a crown of stars and a dark robe with gold trim, cradles a sleeping child. Two men, dressed in green and red, kneel beside them, while two small faces appear at the edges. The scene is set against a backdrop with small vignettes of buildings and ships.

Technique & Style

The image features muted colors, with earthy browns and soft blues dominating the palette. The faces of the figures convey a sense of calmness and peacefulness. The gold frame is ornately decorated with swirling patterns, adding to the overall visual richness.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known