Mica Deisis

About this work

This painting shows a bearded man in a blue robe and red vest, holding an open book with strange writing. He’s raising one hand in a gesture, like he’s speaking or blessing. Behind him are two smaller figures—one in blue and one in green—standing on a gold background with red stripes. The book’s text looks like an old script, maybe a prayer or a holy message. The edges of the painting have fancy patterns, like gold and blue swirls, framing the whole scene. If you like this style, look up Baroque next.