The Theotokos of the Sign (Znamenie) from Novgorod — Mary in prayer with Christ Emmanuel on her chest

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Our Lady of the Sign

Знамение

Theotokos

Oranta

12th century

Novgorod

About This Icon

The Theotokos of the Sign shows Mary in the Oranta posture with Christ Emmanuel in a medallion on her chest. It is particularly associated with Novgorod, where the icon is credited with saving the city during a siege in 1170.

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