Holy Bishopric of Morphou: St George, Church of the Holy Virgin in Moutoullas
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Start date
1280
End date
1280
Historical period
Late Byzantine Period
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Over the grey tunic, he is wearing an iron armor, while his feet are covered with red socks. The road cloak is fastened at his chest and is waeving backwards. His rouns and richly decorated shield is hanging from his shoulder. With his left hand he holds the driving rein of the animal and with his right hand is holding in front of his chest. a spear. The young, beardless saint with the smooth face and his rich, curl, brown hair is turning his head looking at the faithful with mildness. The halo of St.George is the only decorated one in comparison to the other haloes in the church.
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