Who painted Sfântul Haralambie legând ciuma?

Sfântul Haralambie legând ciuma was painted by Unknown in 1850.

Where can I see Sfântul Haralambie legând ciuma?

Sfântul Haralambie legând ciuma is held by Vasile Grigore - Painter and Collector Art Museum.

Artwork

Sfântul Haralambie legând ciuma

Sfântul Haralambie legând ciuma is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Vasile Grigore - Painter and Collector Art Museum.

About this work

Overview

The work, titled *Sfântul Haralambie legând ciuma*, depicts a saintly figure with a golden halo cradling a small child. The saint is robed in elaborate attire, crowned, and the child kneels, reaching toward the adult. A vivid backdrop of red flowers and foliage frames the scene, and the image shows signs of fading over time.

Subject & Meaning

The central figure is identified as Saint Haralambios, traditionally invoked for protection against plague. The child's upward gesture suggests a benediction or the transmission of healing, aligning with the title’s reference to halting disease.

Technique & Style

Rendered in a drawing medium, the composition relies on bold, simplified shapes and a limited palette dominated by reds and gold. The use of a luminous halo and decorative clothing reflects conventional iconographic conventions, while the faded surface hints at age and possible exposure to light.

Context

In Eastern Orthodox visual culture, saints associated with epidemic relief are often portrayed with children to symbolize intercession. The inclusion of abundant red flora may echo liturgical symbolism of martyrdom and renewal, a motif common in devotional art of the region.

Legacy

The image continues to serve as a visual reminder of Saint Haralambios’s role in folk belief systems concerning disease prevention, illustrating how religious art integrates narrative, symbolism, and local botanical motifs to convey protective power.