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Byzantine Art

A style of art and architecture that developed in the Eastern Roman Empire characterized by its distinct religious themes and use of mosaics.

San Vitale

A church in Ravenna, Italy, known for its Byzantine architecture featuring a centrally planned octagonal design.

Apse

The semicircular or polygonal area at the end of a church, usually where the altar is located and often adorned with mosaics.

Emperor Justinian

Byzantine Emperor known for his efforts to reconquer the western territories of the Roman Empire and for commissioning significant architectural projects.

Mosaics

Artistic pieces created by assembling small pieces of materials like glass or stones to form images, commonly used in Byzantine churches.

Martyria

Monumental graves or tombs built in memory of Christian martyrs, typically with a central plan in architecture.

Saint Vitale

A Christian martyr and the namesake of the church of San Vitale, who was executed during Roman persecutions.

Theodora

Empress of the Byzantine Empire, known for her influence on Justinian and for her representation in art and mosaics.

Gift Giving

A significant theme in the mosaics of San Vitale, symbolizing both social and religious exchanges, as illustrated by objects held by Justinian and Theodora.

Eucharist

A Christian sacrament commemorating the Last Supper by consecrating bread and wine, representing the body and blood of Christ.