Joseph Taking the Virgin to His House Mosaic (1320) by Byzantine Mosaics

Joseph Taking the Virgin to His House Mosaic - Byzantine Mosaics - 1320

Artwork Information

TitleJoseph Taking the Virgin to His House Mosaic
ArtistByzantine Mosaics
Date1320
Mediummosaïque
Art MovementByzantine,Late Byzantine/Palaeologan Renaissance (c. 1261–1453)
Current LocationChora Church, Istanbul, Turkey

About Joseph Taking the Virgin to His House Mosaic

This mosaic, titled “Joseph Taking the Virgin to His House,” is a Byzantine artwork created in 1320 and is currently housed in the Chora Church in Istanbul, Turkey. The mosaic is a fine example of the art from the Late Byzantine or Palaeologan Renaissance period, which dates from around 1261 to 1453. The medium used is mosaic, which is a technique that involves creating images by assembling small pieces of colored glass, stone, or other materials. This particular mosaic is part of a larger series in the Chora Church, which is known for its beautiful and intricate religious paintings.

The artwork is rich in golden tones with various figures depicted in the scene. The figures are dressed in traditional Byzantine attire, and the robes feature intricate patterns and folds that show the sophistication of the mosaic technique used. The background and surroundings feature architectural elements and natural scenery, all designed to enhance the narrative being depicted. The scene is a religious one, and like much Byzantine art of the period, it would have been intended to inspire devotion and convey theological teachings through its imagery.

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