“This icon of the Virgin Mary has a special history ... which represent death, into icons, symbols of life and spirituality ...

The plaque depicts the Virgin Mary half-length, in a cathedral-like setting ... indicating the medieval interpretation of her dual status as both a divine icon and a mortal being.

In his left hand is a staff, the symbol of a messenger ... towards Mary as he announces the blessing bestowed upon her [Mary] by God (detail). On the right side of the icon the Virgin sits on an ...