The artwork titled “Beth Alfa Synagogue Mosaic,” attributed to “Byzantine Mosaics,” and dated around c. 527, represents a significant piece from the Early Byzantine period, spanning approximately 330 to 750 AD. This mosaic, executed in the medium of mosaic tiles, is classified under the art movement of Byzantine and Early Byzantine art. It is a figurative artwork genre and part of the series found in the Beth Alpha Synagogue, located in Beit She’an, Israel. The artistic piece remains in its original location at the Beth Alpha Synagogue in Beit She’an, Israel.
The artwork is characterized by an intricate arrangement of small, square mosaic tiles meticulously assembled to form decorative and symbolic patterns. The color palette consists of earthy tones, with neutral whites, beiges, and browns, complemented by hints of red, black, and blue. The central motif appears to be a stylized tree or floral design, surrounded by geometrical and possibly symbolic shapes. The craftsmanship reveals the fine detail and aesthetic sensibility prominent in Byzantine mosaic art, reflecting both religious and cultural narratives significant to the period.