ARTH 101 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Sophia (Wisdom), Clothing In Ancient Rome, Toga
14 Apr 2016
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Byzantine art: eastern half of roman empire. Italy was invaded but byzantine emperor justinian revived it. Capitals: extra piece called impost block, design looks like stencils cut into the surface, compare to roman capitals. Apse altar/sanctuary with semicircle wall and high ceiling. Mosaic vault in apse: glass and marble, vivid colors, convey doctrines and ideas, partially decorative (plants, partially for a message. Center a lamb (to represent jesus) Standing on globes 4 corners of the world. Cubes around it are made of gold: 4 rivers under the globe and feet of christ. Shows that this image is taking place in heaven/paradise. Apse mosaics: both sides of the altar, 2 mosaics with living people, left side. Soldier"s shield has greek letters (chi rho) Group of men in procession towards the altar. Bread will be used for the mass. Justinian defender of faith: right side. Theory started her life as a circus performer. Theodora is carrying the wine for mass.
