The Extensive Use of Marble, Colored Glass, and Gold Mosaics

question 8

Multiple Choice

The extensive use of marble, colored glass, and gold mosaics to decorate the interior of the Church of San Vitale (Fig. 8-6) had what effect on the structure?

• A) It served to reinforce the underlying supports.
• B) It made the structure appear to dissolve into shimmering light and color.
• C) It called attention to the architectural complexity seen throughout the building.
• D) It disguised structural irregularities that were originally visible inside the church.

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