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Byzantine Art. Greece. Icon with the Virgin of Tenderness (K
Byzantine Art. Greece. Icon with the Virgin of Tenderness (Kaardiotissa). Dated to the mid 15th century. Attributed to Angelos. It comes from the church of Agios Georgios. Byzantine Museum. Zante. Ionian Islands
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Agios Byzantine Georgios Icon Tenderness Virgin Zante 15th
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 26.3cm x 39.6cm (10.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite Byzantine icon, dated to the mid-15th century, is a stunning example of the rich artistic heritage of the Byzantine Empire. Known as the Icon with the Virgin of Tenderness or Kaardiotissa, it is attributed to the renowned Byzantine artist Angelos. The icon comes from the church of Agios Georgios in the Ionian Islands of Greece, now preserved in the Byzantine Museum in Zante. The image depicts the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus in a tender embrace, her face expressing deep affection and love. The child, with his small, serene features, gazes up at his mother, his hand gently touching her cheek. The background is adorned with intricate gold leaf and vibrant colors, creating a sense of otherworldly beauty and spiritual depth. The Byzantine art of the Middle Ages is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail, its use of rich colors, and its profound religious symbolism. This icon, in particular, is a testament to the deep reverence and devotion the Byzantines had for the Virgin Mary and the role she played in their faith. The icon's provenance from the church of Agios Georgios adds to its historical significance, as it provides a glimpse into the religious practices and artistic traditions of the Byzantine community in the Ionian Islands during the Middle Ages. The icon's preservation in the Byzantine Museum in Zante ensures that future generations can continue to appreciate and learn from this precious work of art.
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