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Saint Paraskevi, by Despina Mega, unspecified, 1959

Saint Paraskevi

Despina Mega

1959

unspecified

From the collection of Athens School of Fine Arts

Dominant colour

Overview

Saint Paraskevi is a 1959 unspecified by Despina Mega, a Byzantine icon painting work, held at Athens School of Fine Arts.

Who painted this?
Despina Mega
When & what style?
1959 · Byzantine icon painting
Where can I see it?
Athens School of Fine Arts

About this work

The painting depicts a woman with long dark hair, wearing a green cloak over a red robe. She stands in front of a dark background, surrounded by circles of varying sizes and colors. The woman's right hand is raised, and her left hand rests on a white object with writing on it. The woman's attire and the background suggest a religious theme. The painting's style is reminiscent of traditional Byzantine art, with bold lines and vibrant colors. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Despina Mega, an artist known for her religious-themed paintings.

About the artist

Artist

Despina Mega

Despina Mega made four religious paintings in 1959. Saint Paraskevi shows a saint holding a cross in soft light. Herod’s persecution depicts soldiers and a cradle in sharp colors. Scene of the Apocalypse and Hell fill…

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