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Icon depicting the Birth of the Virgin, c. 1550 (tempera and gold leaf on panel
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Icon depicting the Birth of the Virgin, c. 1550 (tempera and gold leaf on panel
PFR314508 Icon depicting the Birth of the Virgin, c.1550 (tempera and gold leaf on panel) (detail of 314500) by Russian School (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The panel is entitled The Hodegetria Mother of God with 18 scenes from her Life; from the Vologda region with Northern (Novgorod) influence; ); ePaul Freeman; Russian, out of copyright
Media ID 23383188
© Paul Freeman / Bridgeman Images
Anne Basin Bedchamber Byzantine Maids Midwife Midwives Pouring Water Beds Maid
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This print showcases an exquisite icon titled "Icon depicting the Birth of the Virgin" created around 1550 by the Russian School in the 16th century. The panel, made with tempera and gold leaf on a wooden surface, is part of a private collection. The intricate details of this artwork are truly mesmerizing. It forms part of a larger piece entitled "The Hodegetria Mother of God with 18 scenes from her Life" originating from the Vologda region but influenced by Northern (Novgorod) art style. The scene depicted in this particular detail captures the birth of Virgin Mary. In this intimate setting, we see Saint Anne lying on a bed surrounded by midwives attending to her during labor. A basin filled with water sits nearby as one maid pours it into another container, symbolizing purification rituals associated with childbirth. The room is adorned with Byzantine-inspired furniture and furnishings, creating an atmosphere that transports us back in time. This photograph beautifully captures not only the artistic mastery behind this religious icon but also provides us with a glimpse into historical traditions surrounding childbirth and motherhood in ancient Russia. It serves as a testament to both cultural heritage and spiritual devotion that continues to inspire awe even today.
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