Sf. Nicolae

Sf. Nicolae

Petru Prodan

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From the collection of Alba Iulia Orthodox Archdiocese

About this work

This painting shows a bearded man in golden robes, holding two rectangular objects that look like small books or tablets. He’s wearing a crown and has a pale face with a calm expression. Behind him, two smaller figures float in cloudy shapes—one holds a scroll, the other looks down. The gold leaf on his clothes and the flat, bright colors make the scene feel sacred and old. The faces are simple, with big eyes and no shading. Look up composition to see how artists arrange figures and objects in religious paintings.

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