The Intercession

Turn of the 13th century

National Art Museum of Ukraine
Kyiv, Ukraine

The icon depicts the apparition of Virgin Mary that occurred during the 10th century at the Blachernae church in Constantinople. The iconography of the Intercession in Ukrainian medieval art dates back to the 12th century.

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Title: The Intercession
Date Created: Turn of the 13th century
Physical Dimensions: h 79,5 w 47, d 4
Type: Icon
Rights: National Art Museum of Ukraine
Medium: Tempera on gesso-grounded softwood hollowed panel

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