Fresco by Giovanni Cimabue in the Lower Basilica of Assisi. Credit: Cimabue, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.5 One of the most intriguing cultural exchanges in European history is the significant impact of ...

fine example of the Classical idealism of Middle Byzantine art. A stunning Byzantine mosaic adorns the church. Public Domain The crowded scenes of the mosaics narrate episodes from the life of Christ ...

Nubian costumes meticulously recreated of School of Form designers will soon be showcased at Berlin's Bode-Museum.

Cerulean has been used in English since 1599 to label the colour resembling the blue of the sky. It was derived from the ...

A Byzantine monastery with a colorful mosaic floor bearing a Greek inscription has been uncovered during work by the Israel Land Authority on a real estate development in Karmey Gat North.

When embarking on a tour of Romania, the breathtaking landscapes and historical architecture often steal the spotlight. But ...

The role of the first lady takes on different forms throughout history: we retrace it through historical portraits, up to the ...

Hagia Sophia, an architectural marvel and a symbol of Istanbul’s rich history, stands as a testament to the city’s diverse cultural heritage. Originally built as a cathedral in the 6th century, it has ...

Walls in many homes play host to art prints or family photos, but refreshing your collection can be a pain. Thanks to a nifty tap-to-print feature and color ePaper technology, the Reflection Frame ...

The famous helmet is among the Anglo-Saxon artifacts that indicate an eastern link with the Byzantine Empire. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

An arboreal archaeologist roots around the Italian countryside and in centuries-old frescoes for a cornucopia of fruits long ...

A Byzantine-era monastery, from the 5th-6th centuries CE, has been uncovered near the Israeli city of Kiryat Gat, the Israel Antiquities Authority announced on Monday. The monastery features a ...