Virgin Hodegetria
Constantinople between 1300 and the first quarter of the 14th century.
Thought t be a copy of the original which was kept in the Hodegon Monastery in constantinople. the original was the work of Luke. During times of trouble for Constantinople or the empire this icon would be carried in processions as part of public ceremonies. Special liturgical services were devoted to it in order to seek its protection and intercession.
 
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