Архитектурные истоки высокого русского иконостаса

This article traces the architectural evolution of the high Russian iconostasis from its Byzantine origins to its canonical form in the 15th century. Challenging earlier views that treat its development as static, the study identifies six key stages, emphasizing the rapid transformation of altar screens in Novgorod, Pskov, and Moscow. The author argues that the high iconostasis emerged from the convergence of three traditions: the enlargement of icons (a Russian innovation), the multiplication of icon tiers (from Constantinople), and the closure of altar screens with solid walls (influenced by Latin West via the Balkans).