Sfinții Arhangheli Mihail și Gabriel Icoană pe lemn, prăznicar

1850

From the collection of National Museum of Romanian History

Dominant colour

Sfinții Arhangheli Mihail și Gabriel Icoană pe lemn, prăznicar is a 1850 by Unknown, held at National Museum of Romanian History.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1850
Where can I see it?: National Museum of Romanian History

About this work

This painting shows a winged figure in bright red robes, holding a round object with a cross on it. The figure has a golden halo behind its head and wears a detailed, ornate chest plate. The wings are wide and slightly faded, with a dark background that makes the colors stand out. The figure’s face looks calm, and the paint is thick in places, giving it a slightly textured look. The edges of the painting are worn, showing it’s very old. If you like this style, look up Museum of Ethnography to see more traditional religious art.