Deisis
From the collection of Alba Iulia Orthodox Archdiocese
From the collection of Alba Iulia Orthodox Archdiocese
Deisis is a work by Constantin Zugravul, depicting Composition, held at Alba Iulia Orthodox Archdiocese.
This painting shows three figures standing side by side against a gold background. The central figure has a large halo with a cross and holds a small book. To the left, a robed figure in red and blue stands with hands clasped. On the right, a smaller figure in a dark robe looks toward the center. The border is decorated with a repeating pattern of small shapes. The gold background and halos suggest these figures are holy. The central figure’s book might be important to their role. The writing at the bottom is in an old script, likely related to the painting’s meaning. Look up the composition of this painting next to see how these figures work together.
Constantin Zugravul painted sacred scenes in the Byzantine tradition. His brush traced gold-leaved icons like Maica Domnului cu Pruncul and Sf. Teodor Tiron, both revered in Romanian Orthodox churches. His drawing of…
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