The artwork, titled “Saint Pantaleon,” is crafted by “Orthodox Icons” and dates to approximately between 950 and 1050 CE. Executed in ceramics during the Middle Byzantine art movement (circa 850–1204), this piece represents the genre of icons and forms part of the “Saints” series.
In this ceramic icon, a solemn visage, likely that of Saint Pantaleon, is depicted with stylized features characteristic of Byzantine art. The background features muted earthy tones with a green border that partially frames the figure, while the name “Pantaleon” is inscribed beside the saint’s head in a vertical, Byzantine script. The saint’s expression is rendered with simplicity and earnestness, capturing the devout and contemplative nature typical of religious icons from this period.
