August 5, 2016
"Sacred Images:" Icons from Holy Trinity Monastery to go on Exhibit
at Herkimer County Community College
Over
50 Russian Orthodox icons and religious objects from the collection
of the
Foundation of Russian History
and
Holy Trinity Monastery
in Jordanville, NY will be on display at Herkimer County Community
College’s Cogar Gallery. The exhibition "Sacred Images: Icons from
Holy Trinity Monastery," running from August 12 to September 23,
introduces viewers to the art and history of icon painting, the
symbolism of icons and their role in Orthodox worship, and various
styles and methods of producing icons. It also explores the work of
iconographers at Holy Trinity Monastery in Jordanville, NY where
traditional icon painting has been practiced for decades.
The exhibition features icons in a variety of media and techniques:
painted with egg tempera, cast in metal, carved from wood and
mother-of-pearl, painted on enamel, engraved on silver, embroidered,
and printed. The icons are supplemented with religious objects –
vestments, chalices, liturgical Gospels, and blessing crosses.
A closing reception will be held on Friday, September 23, from 5:00
PM to 7:00 PM. The reception is free and open to the public.
Cogar Gallery, Herkimer County Community College
100 Reservoir Road
Herkimer, NY 13350
When: August 12-September 23
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to
5:00 PM
Phone: (315) 858-2468
Website:
www.foundationrh.org
Admission: Free
Media Office of the Eastern American Diocese
