BYZANTINE ART
The Holy Byzantine Art The Vladimir Icon - Mother Mary and Jesus Byzantine art initially originated in the eastern Roman empire at around 4th - 15th century CE. This happened to be a very unique form of art that immensely celebrated and intensely enunciated all of the Christian religion and its iconography. Byzantine art was recognised as an artistic representation that was more symbolic in nature, where abstractionism played a vital role in creating a universal piece of art. This renowned form of art is a ravishing visual treat for any art lover, because; this art not just expresses the shallow reality of the world but is a silent scream of the depthful soul that's hidden in it. The Byzantine art is an impeccable embodiment of spirituality; it evokes graceful godly sense in all of its frames generously. Christ Pantocrator as Christ in Heaven, with his left hand holding a book. Mosaic of Virgin Mary holding Jesus in Haghia Sophia Mosque