Constantinopoli (Istanbul), S. Sofia: mosaici (fine del IX secolo)
Format
TIFF
Start date
800
End date
899
Historical period
Western Early Middle Ages
Description
Hagia Sophia, mosaic above the imperial gate depicting the enthroned Christ Pantocrator with an open book in his left hand. The emperor Leo VI the Wise is bowing down before Him. The Archangel Gabriel and the Virgin Mary are represented in two medallions.
Language
Ancient Greek
Physical type
Material and technique
Place
Fond
Project
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