Yaroslav school - Virgin Great Panagiya (Orant)

• Title: Virgin Great Panagiya (Orant)
• Artist: Yaroslav school (-)
• Date: 1220
• Medium: Tempera and gold on wood panel
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In this icon, Mary is facing the viewer directly, in full length with her hands in a praying position with her arms and hands outspread and palms up (Orant). The medallion showing the image of Christ as a child in front of her chest signifies that Mary is the God-bearer and that she can intercede in favor of prayers.