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Woman Donor from Esterri d'Àneu

Unknown

1150

unspecified

From the collection of Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

Byzantine icon painting Medieval Religious

Dominant colour

Woman Donor from Esterri d'Àneu is a 1150 unspecified by Unknown, a Byzantine icon painting work, held at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1150 · Byzantine icon painting
Where can I see it?: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

About this work

This painting depicts a woman in a long, dark robe with a white collar and a green sash. She has a round object on her stomach, possibly a symbol of her role. Her right hand is outstretched, and her left hand holds a yellow object. The background is a mix of red, white, and brown colors. The woman's attire and the objects she holds suggest she may be a donor or a figure of importance. The use of simple colors and bold lines gives the painting a sense of elegance and sophistication.