The Holy Byzantine Art
Byzantine art originated in the Eastern Roman Empire around the 4th to 15th century CE. This was a very unique form of art that immensely celebrated and intensely enunciated the Christian religion and its iconography. Byzantine art was recognised as an artistic representation that was more symbolic in nature, where abstraction 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 only expresses the shallow reality of the world but is a silent scream of the deep soul hidden in it. Byzantine art is an impeccable embodiment of spirituality; it generously evokes a graceful, godly sense in all of its frames.
The striking exuberance of Byzantine art has never failed to leave its viewers in awe! The futuristic patterns, vibrant colours, mosaic incorporations and gold tinted divine figurines all contribute to the value of this age old art form. Byzantine art was more inclined towards experimentation with proportions and perspective. Critics claim that the proportions of the figurines were nowhere close to reality, the perspectives mostly failed to meet the vanishing point in many pieces and the alignment was totally off. Elongated, narrow, noticeably long and short figures were the remarkable features of Byzantine art. However, Byzantine art mainly focused on the theme and the religious biblical message that it intended to deliver to the people and never concentrated on the accuracy of the drawing.
Its main aim was to sow the seed of spirituality and good living in every heart, mind and soul around. Byzantine art simply ruled over all the other art forms of its period. It was considered holy and was all over the churches and religious forums. The majestic godly figures of gold transmuted moral messages of the religion, imparting good values to everyone; it was an art that existed for a purpose. Byzantine art was not just painting on canvas but took several forms like wall murals, monumental paintings, manuscript illumination, mosaic, embroidery, gold and enamel work. These distinct forms flourished in the wealthy royal society of Constantinople and spread the pride of Byzantine art throughout Europe.
We at Goa Decor take the privilege of reviving this ancient art by recreating it! Our master artist, Prof. Raj Halankar, has meticulously painted Byzantine art on wood, each of a different theme conveying a spiritual, holy, biblical message for everyone out there.
Our Byzantine paintings include:
● The Vladimir Icon - Mother Mary and Jesus.
● Mosaic of Christ Pantocrator in the apse of Monreale Cathedral, Sicily, Italy.
● Stunning mosaic of Christ Pantocrator as Christ in Heaven with his left hand holding a book.
● St. Francis Xavier's Byzantine painting, Istanbul, Turkey.
● Mosaic of Virgin Mary holding Jesus in Hagia Sophia Mosque.
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Editorial credits: Akshita Ramlingam
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