Description
Aged Lithograph with Jesus Christ Pantocrator
The title “Pantocrator” is used to refer to Jesus Christ in Orthodox Christian iconography. The image of the Pantocrator Jesus adorns the central dome (cupola) of all Byzantine churches, while in churches lacking a dome, of the basilica style, the image is placed in the center of the ceiling.
The Pantocrator Christ is typically depicted as stern but full of love, with His right hand blessing and His left hand holding the Gospel on His chest. Around Him, Angels fly, praising His glory for eternity.
Aged Lithograph: Characteristics
In this particular image, the monk iconographer used the technique of lithography to create a work of unique beauty, bordered with gold leaf. Specifically, using a lithographed copy of Byzantine art, the monk crafted this piece following the traditional method of artificial aging, as taught in the iconography workshops of the Athonite State. Moreover, the artificial aging of the icon is handmade, a process to which the monks of Mount Athos pay special attention.
The icon is available upon request.
Origin: Mount Athos
