Fethiye Mosque (c.1300) by Byzantine Mosaics

Fethiye Mosque - Byzantine Mosaics - c.1300

Artwork Information

TitleFethiye Mosque
ArtistByzantine Mosaics
Datec.1300
Mediummosaïque
Art MovementByzantine,Late Byzantine/Palaeologan Renaissance (c. 1261–1453)
Current LocationPammakaristos Church, Istanbul, Turkey

About Fethiye Mosque

The artwork titled “Fethiye Mosque” is a mosaic created around the year 1300 by the Byzantine Mosaics. It is a religious painting that falls under the Byzantine, Late Byzantine/Palaeologan Renaissance art movements, which spanned from circa 1261 to 1453. This piece is part of a series located in the Pammakaristos Church in Istanbul, Turkey, which is also its current location.

The artwork is a mosaic, which is a significant medium within Byzantine art, characterized by the meticulous assembly of small pieces of colored glass, stone, or other materials to create intricate images. The central figure in the mosaic is a bearded saint, depicted with a solemn expression, clad in traditional religious garments and holding a scroll, emblematic of wisdom and reverence. Surrounding the central figure is elaborate, ornate decoration, showcasing the sophistication and detailed craftsmanship typical of the Palaeologan Renaissance period. The use of golden hues highlights the divine nature of the figures, while the intricate patterns and inscriptions demonstrate the detailed artistry and devout spirituality that define this epoch in Byzantine mosaic art.

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