God Bearer Collection

Salus populi Romani, 6th century. Creator: Saint Luke the Evangelist
Salus populi Romani, 6th century. Found in the collection of the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, Roma

Our Lady of the Sign, 16th century. Artist: Russian icon
Our Lady of the Sign, 16th century. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

The Virgin Hodegetria, 1500s. Creator: Byzantine icon
The Virgin Hodegetria, 1500s. Found in the Collection of Sinebrychoffin Taidemuseo, Helsinki

Icon of the Virgin Hodegetria, 1520s. Found in the Collection of State A. Rublyov Museum of Ancient Russian Art, Moscow

The Entry of the Most Holy Theotokos into the Temple, ca 1509-1510. Artist: Master of Pulkau (active ca 1520)
The Entry of the Most Holy Theotokos into the Temple, ca 1509-1510. Found in the collection of Royal Palace, Belgrade

The Virgin Hodegetria, 12th century. Artist: Russian icon
The Virgin Hodegetria, 12th century. Found in the collection of State United Museum Centre in the Kremlin, Moscow

The Virgin The Mountain torn out not by Hands. Artist: Russian icon
The Virgin The Mountain torn out not by Hands. Found in the collection of Petit Palais, Musee des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris

The Feast of Orthodoxy, 14th century. Artist: Byzantine icon
The Feast of Orthodoxy, 14th century. Found in the collection of the British Museum

The Virgin The Mountain torn out not by Hands, 16th century. Artist: Russian icon
The Virgin The Mountain torn out not by Hands, 16th century. Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Virgin and Child Enthroned, 1690s. Artist: Zolotaryov, Karp Ivanovich (active 1680-1690s)
Virgin and Child Enthroned, 1690s. Found in the collection of the State A. Rublyov Museum of Ancient Russian Art, Moscow

The Virgin Hodegetria, 1690s. Artist: Ulanov, Cornili (Kirill) (?-1731)
The Virgin Hodegetria, 1690s. From a private collection

Mother of God of Siloam, 1710s. Artist: Russian icon
Mother of God of Siloam, 1710s. From a private collection

The Virgin Hodegetria, Early 18th cen Artist: Grek, Yegor Ivanovich (active 1720s)
The Virgin Hodegetria, Early 18th cen.. From a private collection

The Theotokos of Tikhvin, 1711. Artist: Russian icon
The Theotokos of Tikhvin, 1711. From a private collection

In Thee Rejoiceth, Late 15th cen Artist: Russian icon
In Thee Rejoiceth, Late 15th cen.. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

The Theotokos of Tikhvin, End of 17th century. Artist: Russian icon
The Theotokos of Tikhvin, End of 17th century. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The Virgin, 1901. Artist: Vasnetsov, Viktor Mikhaylovich (1848-1926)
The Virgin, 1901. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Mother of God Pecherskaya, 18th century. Artist: Russian icon
Mother of God Pecherskaya, 18th century. From a private collection

The Mother of God of the Passion (Strastnaya), 17th century. Artist: Russian icon
The Mother of God of the Passion (Strastnaya), 17th century. From a private collection

The Mother of God Akhtyrskaya (of Akhtyrka), Second quarter of the 19th cen. Artist: Russian icon
The Mother of God Akhtyrskaya (of Akhtyrka), Second quarter of the 19th cen. From a private collection

Icon of the Virgin Hodegetria, c. 1502-1503. Artist: Dionysius (ca. 1450-before 1508)
Icon of the Virgin Hodegetria, c. 1502-1503. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

The Virgin of the Tolga (Called Tolgskaya), 1739. Artist: Russian icon
The Virgin of the Tolga (Called Tolgskaya), 1739. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Rostov Kremlin, Rostov

The Entry of the Most Holy Theotokos into the Temple, 16th century. Artist: Russian icon
The Entry of the Most Holy Theotokos into the Temple, 16th century. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

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"The Divine Legacy: Exploring the God Bearer in Russian and Byzantine Icons" Delve into the sacred world of religious art as we unravel the captivating story behind the "God Bearer" depicted in various masterpieces. Our journey begins with "Our Lady of the Sign, " a 16th-century Russian icon that exudes ethereal beauty, showcasing divine grace emanating from Mary's gentle gaze. Moving forward, we encounter "The Virgin Hodegetria, " an iconic representation prevalent during the 1500s. Created by Byzantine artists, these artworks convey Mary's role as a guide to salvation, her eyes leading believers towards spiritual enlightenment. Intriguingly, another rendition of this revered figure emerges in a 1520s icon known simply as "Icon of the Virgin Hodegetria. " Here, vibrant colors and intricate details capture Mary's maternal tenderness while emphasizing her significance within Orthodox Christianity. Transitioning to another masterpiece titled "The Entry of Most Holy Theotokos into the Temple, " created around 1509-1510 by Master of Pulkau, we witness young Mary ascending temple steps—an event symbolizing her consecration to divine service. As our exploration continues through time and space, we encounter a breathtaking 12th-century Russian icon called "The Virgin Hodegetria. " Its ancient allure transports us back centuries ago when faith was expressed through delicate brushstrokes on wooden panels. Another intriguing depiction arises with "The Virgin The Mountain torn out not by Hands, " an awe-inspiring work from the 16th century. This Russian icon portrays Mary standing atop Mount Sinai—a testament to her unwavering strength and connection to heavenly realms. Stepping into Byzantine artistry once more, we uncover a mesmerizing piece called "The Feast of Orthodoxy" dating back to the 14th century. Through its vivid colors and intricate patterns, it celebrates both religious triumph and the power of icons in Orthodox worship.