Eucharist Cycle (c.1113) by Byzantine Mosaics

Eucharist Cycle - Byzantine Mosaics - c.1113

Artwork Information

TitleEucharist Cycle
ArtistByzantine Mosaics
Datec.1113
Mediummosaïque
Art MovementMiddle Byzantine (c. 850–1204),Komnenian style (1081-1185)
Current LocationSaint Sophia Cathedral, Kyiv, Ukraine

About Eucharist Cycle

The artwork, titled “Eucharist Cycle,” is a mosaic created by Byzantine Mosaics around the year 1113. This religious painting belongs to the Middle Byzantine art movement, specifically the Komnenian style (1081-1185). It is part of a series housed in St. Michael’s Golden-Domed Monastery in Kyiv, Ukraine. Currently, the artwork is located in Saint Sophia Cathedral, Kyiv, Ukraine.

The intricate mosaic depicts a religious scene with figures, likely saints and angels, engaged in a solemn ritual. The use of gold and vibrant colors exemplifies the opulence and spiritual significance typical of Byzantine art. Haloed figures are prominently featured, indicating their holy status, and the composition is balanced with a central altar and flanked by attentive participants. The meticulous detailing and the presence of ecclesiastical symbolism underscore the profound reverence and artistic excellence of the era. The decorative border, featuring floral motifs, further enhances the elegance of this sacred narrative.

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