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Sf. Gheorghe, by Nechita Zugravul, unspecified

Sf. Gheorghe

Nechita Zugravul

unspecified

From the collection of Alba Iulia Orthodox Archdiocese

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Overview

Sf. Gheorghe is an unspecified by Nechita Zugravul, a Byzantine icon painting work, depicting Composition, held at Alba Iulia Orthodox Archdiocese.

Who painted this?
Nechita Zugravul
When & what style?
Byzantine icon painting
Where can I see it?
Alba Iulia Orthodox Archdiocese

About this work

This painting shows a serious-looking figure in a red robe and green cloak. The person holds a round shield in one hand and a sword in the other. Their face is calm, with a golden halo behind the head. The background is plain, but the edges have fancy gold designs. The figure’s name is written in old letters at the top: "Sf. Gheorghe." That means this is likely a religious painting, probably of a saint. If you want to learn more, look up composition to see how artists arrange figures like this.

About the artist

Artist

Nechita Zugravul

This Romanian icon painter kept a small candle lit in her workshop, believing it warded off bad brushstrokes and bad luck in equal measure.

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