Pantokrator
- Artist
- Nicholas Roerich
- Date
- 1909
- Style
- Art nouveau
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Tretyakov Gallery
The 'Pantokrator' is a distinguished religious painting depicting Christ as the Almighty ruler, a common motif in Byzantine iconography. Created using Tempera on a canvas, it exemplifies the spiritual focus and intricate detail characteristic of religious art. Though rooted in traditional Byzantine style, some modern interpretations incorporate elements of Art nouveau (modern), blending flowing lines and decorative motifs. The painting’s solemn gaze and use of vibrant colors evoke reverence and divine authority, making it a profound cultural artifact.
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