Mother of God
Mother of God of Tenderness
Eleousa
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- Technique
- Egg tempera and gold leaf on wood
- Status
- Completed · private collection
About this icon
In the icons of Tenderness, called Eleousa (“merciful”), the Child presses his cheek against his Mother's. This closeness expresses the love between God and humanity. Mary's gaze, turned toward us, already holds the Passion she foresees.