Virgin (Theotokos) and Child between Saints Theodore and George

Definition

This term refers to a type of religious artwork that depicts the Virgin Mary holding baby Jesus, with saints Theodore and George on either side. It is a common subject in Byzantine art.

Related terms

Iconoclasm:

The deliberate destruction or rejection of religious images or icons.

Byzantine Art:

Artistic style that emerged in the Byzantine Empire, characterized by rich colors, gold backgrounds, and religious subjects.

Hagiography: The study or writing of the lives of saints.