Byzantine Mosaics in Norman Sicily
- A brief historical introduction about Byzantine, Arab and Norman domination and the spread of Byzantine art in Sicily
- Followed by three chapters dedicated to the greatest examples of Byzantine influence in Palermo, Cefalù and Monreale
- With more than 175 colour photographs, this extensively illustrated book provides a fascinating look at these mosaics
- Text in English and Italian
Sicily is famous for the spectacular mosaics found in its magnificent palaces, chapels and cathedrals. Commissioned during the twelfth century by Sicily’s Norman rulers and largely the work of Greek-speaking mosaicists brought to Sicily from Constantinople, these mosaics are among the most beautiful examples of Byzantine art in existence. A brief historical introduction about Byzantine, Arab and Norman domination and the spread of Byzantine art in Sicily is followed by three chapters dedicated to the greatest examples of Byzantine influence in Palermo, Cefalù and Monreale.
With more than 175 colour photographs, this extensively illustrated book provides a fascinating look at these mosaics. There are many close-ups, along with breathtaking views of interior spaces.
Text in English and Italian.
- Publisher
- Scripta Maneant Editori
- ISBN
- 9788870573022
- Published
- 14th Mar 2019
- Binding
- Hardback
- Territory
- World
- Size
- 260 mm x 220 mm
- Pages
- 208 Pages
- Illustrations
- 350 color
Distributed by ACC Art Books
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