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In A.D. 843, following the resolution of the Iconoclastic controversy, which had raged throughout the Byzantine Empire for more than a century, the use of iconsimageswas triumphantly reinstated in the Orthodox Church. This momentous event inspired much of the art of the following four centuries, which comprises the second great era of Byzantine culture and provides the starting point of this volume. The Glory of Byzantium, and the exhibition that it accompanies, concludes with the demise of the empire's role as a world power, evidenced by the Latin occupation of Constantinople from 1204 to 1261.Conceived as the sequel to the landmark exhibition 'Age of Spirituality,' which was held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in 1976 and focused on the first centuries of Byzantium, 'The Glory of Byzantium' explores four interrelated themes: the religious and secular culture of the Second Golden Age of the Byzantine Empire; the empire's interaction with its Christian neighbors and rivals; its relations with the Islamic East; and its contact with the Latin West. Bringing together the contributions of fiftynine scholars and art historians, most of them working in the United States, the text explores the complex currents of Byzantine civilization in its myriad facets. More than 350 works of art assembled for the exhibition from 119 institutions in 24 countries are discussed and illustrated in the catalogue. Together they present a significant selection of the most beautiful and meaningful works that survive from the empire's Second Golden Age and from the countries that constituted its extended sphere of influence. Liturgical objectsincluding icons, mosaics, chalices, patens, and reliquariesand secular objectssilks, ivories, ceramics, jewelry, and manuscriptsreflect the dynamic nature of the art of this era both within and outside the empire.The first half of the volume treats the historical context, the religious sphere, and the secular courtly realm of the empire; the second half focuses on the interactions between Byzantium and other medieval cultures, including Islam and the Latin West. The 17 essays are accompanied by detailed discussions of the works of art and by fullcolor photographs, as well as by views of architectural sites and comparative illustrations. Many of these illustrations were made specifically for this volume by Bruce White, photographer, on site in Greece, Turkey, Egypt, Italy, Bulgaria, Hungary, Georgia, Ukraine, and the Russian Federation.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Glory of Byzantium'? A: 'Glory of Byzantium' explores the arts and culture of the Middle Byzantine Era, focusing on the religious and secular life during the Second Golden Age of the Byzantine Empire.
- Q: Who edited the book 'Glory of Byzantium'? A: The book is edited by Helen C. Evans, who brings together contributions from fifty-nine scholars and art historians.
- Q: How many pages does 'Glory of Byzantium' have? A: 'Glory of Byzantium' contains 604 pages, offering an in-depth exploration of Byzantine art and culture.
- Q: What types of works of art are featured in the book? A: The book discusses over 350 works of art, including religious icons, mosaics, chalices, silks, ivories, ceramics, jewelry, and manuscripts from the Byzantine Empire.
- Q: When was 'Glory of Byzantium' published? A: 'Glory of Byzantium' was published on October 1, 2000.
- Q: Is 'Glory of Byzantium' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Glory of Byzantium' is suitable for academic study as it includes detailed essays and discussions of artworks by experts in Byzantine culture.
- Q: What unique features does this book include? A: The book includes full-color photographs, views of architectural sites, and comparative illustrations, many of which were specifically created for this volume.
- Q: What historical period does the book cover? A: 'Glory of Byzantium' covers the Middle Byzantine Era from A.D. 843 to 1261, highlighting significant cultural and artistic developments.
- Q: Can I find information about the interaction between Byzantium and other cultures in this book? A: Yes, the book explores Byzantium's interactions with Islamic cultures and the Latin West, offering insights into its broader historical context.
- Q: What is the condition of the book 'Glory of Byzantium'? A: 'Glory of Byzantium' is listed in very good condition, indicating it has been well-preserved for readers.