St. George Enthroned
Type:
Icon
Period:
The beginning of the
16 century
School: Unknown
Location
Country: Bulgaria
Province: Sofia
Town: Sofia
Gallery: National Art Gallery
Source
Country: Bulgaria
Province: Plovdiv
Town: Plovdiv
Object identification notes
This icon is a work of art related to the professional trend familiar by the Plovdiv production and is a perfect example of Orthodox art heritage.
Description
St. George is a waist-length full-face depiction. He wears a dark-blue chemise, golden ornamented armor and a red cloak. He holds a spear in his right hand and a sword in his left hand; a shield can be seen behind him.
Iconographical technique: Tempera
Base material: Wood
The icon's base is a two-piece oak panel.
