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Trinity with the Saints, by Unknown, tempera, 1400

Trinity with the Saints

Unknown

1400

tempera

panel

From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Trinity with the Saints is a 1400 tempera by Unknown, a Byzantine icon painting work, held at Tretyakov Gallery.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1400 · Byzantine icon painting
Where can I see it?
Tretyakov Gallery

About this work

This painting, titled "Trinity with the Saints," is a tempera work from the early 15th century. It features a central figure with a long white robe and a halo, surrounded by smaller figures in various robes. The background is a warm, golden color. The central figure holds a book and appears to be speaking to the smaller figures. The smaller figures are arranged around the central figure, each with their own unique expression and gesture. The overall mood of the painting is one of reverence and contemplation. The use of tempera in this painting gives it a sense of depth and texture. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you might want to look up the artist, whose work is held at the Tretyakov Gallery.

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