Byzantine Art

Jan 16, 2025 | greekreporter.com | Nick Kampouris |Byzantine Art |Byzantine Empire

One of the most intriguing cultural exchanges in European history is the significant impact of Byzantine art on the Italian Renaissance and the evolution of the cultural boom of the early modern ages that took place primarily in the Italian peninsula. It is widely acceptable among experts that Byzantine artistic traditions and centuries-old norms contributed significantly to the development of art during the Italian Renaissance.

Dec 5, 2024 | artnews.com | Francesca Aton |Byzantine Art

The identity of a notable Byzantine painter has been discovered using a handwriting analysis studying a Medieval illuminated manuscript, the Associated Press reported this week. Manuel Panselinos, as the artist is known, was a contemporary of Giotto and equally influential among Byzantine art for adding a sense of humanity, including facial expressions and greater attention to proportions and depth, into otherwise rigid Orthodox religious works.

Oct 3, 2024 | greekreporter.com | Tasos Kokkinidis |Byzantine Art

The Behrakis Wing at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) established by the generous donation of George Behrakis houses exquisite antiquities that would make the visitor fall in love with Greece. It all started in 2009 when Greek-American philanthropist George Behrakis and his wife Margo made a $10 million donation to the Museum of Fine Arts, the fourth-largest museum in the United States. His donation resulted in the creation of the George D.

Oct 2, 2024 | ancient-origins.net | Byzantine Empire |Byzantine Art |Gary Manners

Hidden out of sight and forgotten for centuries in the Shoham Community Forest, near the heart of Israel, archaeologists have now uncovered the remains of an extraordinary 6th-century Byzantine church. The discovery, first made in 1986, offers important evidence of a little-known period of religious transformation. Among the most fascinating discoveries of those excavations is a unique marble medallion depicting the Greek goddess Tyche, a rare find in a Christian context.

Sep 29, 2024 | atlwire.com | Byzantine Art

Each year, the Atlanta Greek Festival opens its doors to share a vibrant cultural experience that brings together people from all walks of life. Known for its authentic Greek food, music, and lively atmosphere, the festival has become a tradition in the city, offering locals and visitors alike a taste of Greece’s rich heritage. Whether you’re passionate about Greek history or simply want to enjoy some delicious food, this festival promises something for everyone.