The artwork “Genealogy of Mary” is a mosaic created by Byzantine Mosaics in 1320. This piece belongs to the Byzantine art movement, specifically the Late Byzantine/Palaeologan Renaissance period (circa 1261–1453), and falls within the genre of religious painting. It forms part of a series located in the Chora Church in Istanbul, Turkey.
The artwork features a central depiction of the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, encircled by a radiating pattern of what appears to be lineage representations. Each segment around the central figures contains a stylized image of an ancestor, identifiable by specific garments and distinctive features, arranged symmetrically in the intricate design. The mosaic’s rich golden tones, combined with the deep reds and other vivid colors, highlight the solemnity and religious significance of the subject. The detailed craftsmanship of the mosaic speaks to the profound reverence of the era and the meticulous artistry characteristic of Byzantine religious art.