IcoaXC I

IcoaXC I

Unknown

1850

From the collection of ASTRA National Museum Complex

About this work

This painting shows two scenes side by side. On the left, a robed figure rises from a tomb while soldiers slump below. On the right, another figure hangs on a cross with two people standing nearby. Bright colors—reds, blues, and golds—fill the background. Look closer at the writing in the sky. It’s Greek letters, part of the story being told. Check out inscription next to see how old writings like this were used in religious art.

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