5 oct. 1179 - Icon with
Annunciation
Description:
12th century
Mount Sinai
Light and Spirit in the form of a Dove descend upon Mary while she weaves a red curtain for the Temple. Curtain symbolizes the veil of Christ's Flesh which she weaves in her womb, a curtain to be torn
background shows visual metaphors for Mary: house with open door--dwelling-place and entryway for Christ-- and enclosed garden--virgin yet fruitful
terms: Meter Theou
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