The artwork titled “Christ Emmanuel with the Archangels,” created by Orthodox Icons between circa 1175 and circa 1200, is a representative piece of the Vladimir school of icon painting. This icon, which belongs to the genre of religious icons and is considered part of the “Christ the Savior” series, is housed in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia.
The artwork features three figures: Christ Emmanuel in the center, flanked by two archangels. Christ is depicted with a solemn expression, symbolizing wisdom beyond his years, characteristic of the ‘Emmanuel’ portrayal. The archangels, one to the left and the other to the right of Christ, both represent divine messengers. The background is a gilded gold, enhancing the divinity and sanctity of the icons. The panel shows intricate brushwork and detailed attention to the facial features and halos of the figures, reflecting the spiritual significance and reverence of the subjects. The wear and tear on the panel may indicate its age and the veneration it has received over centuries.
