Title: Mother of God : representations of the Virgin in Byzantine art
Authors: Vasilakē, Maria.; Griffiths, Jaye.; Macheras, Kostas.; Mouseio Benakē
Publisher: Benaki Museum,
Year: 2000
Subjects: Art, Byzantine Exhibitions; Icons Cult Byzantine Empire Exhibitions.
Abstract: Eighty four masterpieces from all over the world are displayed together for the first time at the Benaki Museum, Athens from the 20th October 2000 until the 14th January 2001 in the most important Byzantine exhibition. Through this exhibition bearing the title "Mother of God" the Benaki Museum is participating in the worldwide celebration of the 2000th anniversary of the Nativity of Christ, dedicating its own contribution to his mother, the Virgin Mary.