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∙ 11y agoRoman mosaics were natural and realistic while Byzantine mosaics were meant to be symbolic.
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The Greek goddess Artemis was identified with the Roman goddess Diana.
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Artists from ancient Greece were the biggest influence for the Roman artists.
Cultural differences between Roman Catholics and Byzantine Christians contributed to the
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The difference between Judaism and Byzantine is whereas Judaism is a Christian sect, Byzantine is not.
Roman mosaics tend to be more realistic and depict scenes from everyday life, mythology, and nature, while Byzantine mosaics are more abstract and stylized, often featuring religious figures and symbols. Byzantine mosaics also make extensive use of gold and solid colors, creating a sense of divine radiance, whereas Roman mosaics use a wider range of colors and intricate designs.
Byzantine mosaics were primarily associated with Christianity, depicting religious figures and scenes from the Bible. Roman mosaics, on the other hand, incorporated a mix of religious and secular themes, including gods and mythical figures. Both styles used intricate designs and colorful tiles to create stunning visual art.
Astrological symbols figure prominately in Roman mosaics.
One can purchase artistic representations of Roman mosaics at Mosaic Art. One can purchase fine replicas of Roman mosaics at the website Collector Antiquities.
Roman mosaics were placed on the floor. They were floor decorations.
The Eastern Roman Empire after the fall of the Western Roman Empire has been termed Byzantine Empire by historians . Tts art is called Byzantine art. Icons were the most distinctive form of Byzantine art. These were paintings on flat panels, usually made of wood, depicting Christian themes. They were often gilded with golden leaf. The Byzantines developed their own style for mosaics. There was also Byzantine architecture.
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