Study the Architectural Structures,and Artworks Held Within,made During the Reign

question 20

Essay

Study the architectural structures,and artworks held within,made during the reign of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian.For example,the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul (2.5.19),the Church of San Vitale in Ravenna and the Justinian and Theodora mosaics (3.2.9,4.6.5),and the monastery of St.Catherine on Mt.Sinai (3.2.6,3.2.7).What was Justinian's involvement in the building of each of these structures? How does each exemplify the power of the Emperor? How does each reflect Justinian's support of the arts?

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