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Lerretsduk · Ektehetsbevis · Leveres over hele verden Angelos Akotantos · 1400 – 1457

The Congregation of the Archangels

Vatopediou Kloster, Athos-fjellet

Angelos Akotantos’ ‘The Congregation of the Archangels’ – a stunning Byzantine icon featuring feathered wings, gold leaf & geometric lines. Explore this unique religious artwork.

Teknikk: Håndmalt olje på linlerret
Produsert av: Bestilles av en utdannet maler
Popularitet: Nr. 1 av 7 kunstverk av Angelos Akotantos
Levering: Over hele verden, ca. 5 uker

fra$23131 × 33 cm Bestill dette kunstverket

The Virgin Cardiotissa

1400 · Byzantine and Christian Museum, Athen · original 121 x 96 cm

Discover this luminous Virgin Mary icon by Angelos Akotantos, blending Byzantine tradition with Venetian flair from the 15th century; bring home a piece of Cretan art history.

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St George On Horseback, Slaying The Dragon

Teknikk: Håndmalt olje på linlerret
Produsert av: Bestilles av en utdannet maler
Popularitet: Nr. 3 av 7 kunstverk av Angelos Akotantos
Levering: Over hele verden, ca. 5 uker

fra$18130 × 33 cm Bestill dette kunstverket

Christ the Vine

1441 · original 77.0 x 79.0cm

Teknikk: Håndmalt olje på linlerret
Produsert av: Bestilles av en utdannet maler
Popularitet: Nr. 4 av 7 kunstverk av Angelos Akotantos
Levering: Over hele verden, ca. 5 uker

fra$45632 × 31 cm Bestill dette kunstverket

Samme størrelse som originalen$61179 × 77 cm Bestill i original størrelse

Icon Of The Mother Of God And Infant Christ, Tempera And Gold On Wood Panel By Angelos Akotantos

Se det mest populære kunstverket til Angelos Akotantos rangert som nr. 5: Icon Of The Mother Of God And Infant Christ, Tempera And Gold On Wood Panel By Angelos Akotantos

Teknikk: Håndmalt olje på linlerret
Produsert av: Bestilles av en utdannet maler
Popularitet: Nr. 5 av 7 kunstverk av Angelos Akotantos
Levering: Over hele verden, ca. 5 uker

fra$18127 × 37 cm Bestill dette kunstverket

Saint Anne With The Virgin

Explore Angelos Akotantos’ stunning Byzantine-style icon of Saint Anne & Virgin Mary. Rich tempera details, symbolic elements, & a dramatic aesthetic – a captivating piece of religious art.

Teknikk: Håndmalt olje på linlerret
Produsert av: Bestilles av en utdannet maler
Popularitet: Nr. 6 av 7 kunstverk av Angelos Akotantos
Levering: Over hele verden, ca. 5 uker

fra$20627 × 36 cm Bestill dette kunstverket

Enthroned Saint Anne with the Virgin and Christ Child

1441 · original 87.0 x 60.0cm

Teknikk: Håndmalt olje på linlerret
Produsert av: Bestilles av en utdannet maler
Popularitet: Nr. 7 av 7 kunstverk av Angelos Akotantos
Levering: Over hele verden, ca. 5 uker

fra$23127 × 37 cm Bestill dette kunstverket

Samme størrelse som originalen$36060 × 87 cm Bestill i original størrelse

Kunstneren

Angelos Akotantos

1400 – 1457

Kort fakta

Color intensityvivid
Typical colorsdark, earthy
Also known asAngelos Accotantos, Angelos, 15th cent. Akotantos, Angelos Akotantos active 15th century, active 15th century Angelos, active 15th century Angelos Akotantos
Museums on APSByzantine and Christian Museum, Vatopediou Kloster
Lifespan57 years
Art periodRenaissance
Born1400, Heraklion, Greece

Biografi

Angelos Akotantos: A Pioneer of Cretan Icon Painting

Life and Origins

Born in Crete, Greece around 1390, Angelos Akotantos emerged as a significant figure during a period of transition for Byzantine art.
He lived and worked primarily in Heraklion (then known as Candia), which was under the rule of the Republic of Venice at the time.
Information about his life is largely derived from his will, dated 1436, preserved in the State Archives of Venice.
He died around 1450, leaving behind a legacy that would shape the future of Cretan painting.

Artistic Development and Style

Akotantos was a highly skilled hagiographer – an icon painter specializing in religious imagery.
His style represents a fascinating blend of traditional Byzantine techniques with emerging Venetian influences, reflecting Crete’s unique cultural position.
He is renowned for his meticulous attention to detail, vibrant use of color (particularly gold), and expressive figures.
A defining characteristic of his work is the practice of signing his icons with the phrase “χειρ αγγέλου” (“by hand of Angelos”), a groundbreaking act for the time.

Major Works and Themes

Approximately 50 works are attributed to Akotantos, with around 30 being securely signed.
Common themes in his iconography include depictions of the Virgin Mary (such as *The Virgin Cardiotissa*), saints – notably Saint Phanourios often shown slaying a dragon similar to Saint George – and scenes from the lives of Christ and other biblical figures.
His icons were highly sought after, supplying churches and monasteries not only in Crete but also on islands like Patmos and Rhodes.
Examples include *Icon of the Mother of God and Infant Christ*, *St George on Horseback, Slaying The Dragon* and *The Congregation of the Archangels*.

Historical Significance and Influence

Akotantos is considered a key figure in the transition of Byzantine art from Constantinople to Crete following the city’s fall in 1453.
He effectively established what became known as the Cretan School of icon painting, which flourished for centuries afterward.
His innovative approach to signing his work set a precedent for other artists and contributed to a growing sense of artistic individuality.
He influenced subsequent generations of Cretan painters, including Nikolaos Tzafouris, who further developed the stylistic characteristics established by Akotantos.
His work represents a vital link between the Byzantine tradition and the evolving artistic landscape of Renaissance Europe.

Legacy

Angelos Akotantos’s icons continue to be revered for their beauty, spiritual depth, and historical importance.
His contributions helped preserve Byzantine artistic traditions during a period of significant upheaval.
He remains a celebrated figure in Greek art history, embodying the creative spirit of Venetian Crete.

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Samlerens quiz

Angelos Akotantos is considered a pivotal figure in the development of what artistic movement?
What was unique about Angelos Akotantos' practice regarding his icons?
In what city did Akotantos have his workshop and primarily supply icons from?
Angelos Akotantos' work became particularly important due to what historical event occurring shortly after his lifetime?
A recurring theme in Akotantos' work, similar to depictions of Saint George, involves which subject matter?

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