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Top left

Depiction of the Mother of God in a silent, prayerful posture (Orans type), without the Child.

She is depicted with deep solemnity and bears the typical abbreviations “MP ΘΥ” (Μήτηρ Θεοῦ – Mother of God).

Top right

The Mother of God with the Christ Child in an affectionate, leaning pose.

This corresponds to an Eleousa (“Merciful”) Mother of God type, where Mary holds the Child closely to her cheek.

Bottom left

The Mother of God enthroned, with the Child Jesus on her lap. Hodigitria.

Bottom right

The Mother of God holds the standing, older Christ Child, who turns to her affectionately.

Bottom center

Between the lower depictions stands a saintly figure in monastic robes – likely a revered patron saint or founder of an order, depicted as an intercessor.