Byzantium Collection

Heavenly Ladder of Saint John Climacus, 12th century. Found in the Collection of Saint Catherines Monastery, Mount Sinai, Egypt

Map of The Byzantine Empire
A map showing the extent of the Byzantine Empire - the predominantly Greek-speaking continuation of the Roman Empire during Late Antiquity and the Middle Ages. Date: 1800

The Virgin Orans, c. 1037. Artist: Byzantine Master
The Virgin Orans, c. 1037. Found in the collection of the Saint Sophia Cathedral, Kiev

Map of the Macedonian and Thracian Empire. Date: 1808

The Trinity of Roublev, c1411. Artist: Andrey Rublyov
The Trinity of Roublev, c1411

Antique map of Constantinople, present day Istanbul

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Theodora, Empress of the Eastern Roman Empire, and her court. Printed 19th-century halftone reproduction of a mosaic at Ravenna

The Effects of Good Government in the Countryside, (detail), 1338-1340. Artist: Ambrogio Lorenzetti
The Effects of Good Government in the Countryside, (detail), 1338-1340. Ambrogio Lorenzetti frescoed the side walls of the Council Room (Sala dei Nove) of the City Hall (Palazzo Pubblico) of Siena

Saint George. Byzantine icon. XIV century. Greece
BYZANTINE ART. GREECE. Icon with Saint George made by the workshop of Constantinople. Dated at XIV century. Byzantine Museum. Athens

Justinian, Byzantine emperor
Byzantine emperor and his attendant. Antique hand-colored print

Greek fire. Miniature from the Madrid Skylitzes, 11th-12th century. Artist: Anonymous
Greek fire. Miniature from the Madrid Skylitzes, 11th-12th century. Found in the collection of the Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid

Arabian-Byzantine coin. Coin. FRANCE. Paris. National Library

The Hippocratic Oath (Byzantine manuscript), 12th century. Artist: Byzantine Master
The Hippocratic Oath (Byzantine manuscript), 12th century. Found in the collection of the Biblioteca Apostolica Vaticana

Byzantine art. Greece. Virgin Hodegetria. Icon. Greece
Byzantine art. Greece. Virgin Hodegetria. Icon from the church of Agios Demetrios tou Kolla. Dated to the mid-sixteenth century. Byzantine Museum. Zante. Ionian Islands

Basil II, surnamed the Bulgar-slayer (958-1025). Byzantine emperor (976-1025) from de Macedonian Dynasty. Detail from the Menologion of Basil II. 10th Century. Miniature. Vatican Apostolic Library

GREECE. Daphni. Dapni Monastery. Christ Pantocrator inside the dome (early Comnenian period, ca. 1100). Byzantine art. Mosaic

Dynasties in the time of the Buwayids, circa 932 A. D. c1915. Creator: Emery Walker Ltd
Dynasties in the time of the Buwayids, circa 932 A.D. c1915. Map of civilisations in the Middle East during the 10th century: Byzantine, Buwayid Kingdom, Abbasid Caliphate, Kingdom of the Ikhshids

Allegory of the Good Government, 1338-1340. Artist: Ambrogio Lorenzetti
Allegory of the Good Government, 1338-1340. Ambrogio Lorenzetti frescoed the side walls of the Council Room (Sala dei Nove) of the City Hall (Palazzo Pubblico) of Siena

Byzantine and Crusaders v. Seljuks, circa 1130 A. D. c1915. Creator: Emery Walker Ltd
Byzantine and Crusaders v. Seljuks, circa 1130 A.D. c1915. Map of civilisations in the Middle East during the 12th century: Byzantine, other Christian states, Abbasid Caliphate, Seljuks, Fatimids

Detail of a leaf of a Byzantine ivory diptych showing men and bears at the circus
Detail of a leaf of a Byzantine ivory diptych from Constantinople, showing men and bears at the circus, watched by the court. From the Heritage Museum of St Petersburgs collection

Constantine the Great. Roman Emperor from 306-337. Constanti
Constantine the Great (Flavius Valerius Aurelius Constantinus Augustus) (272-337). Roman Emperor from 306-337. Know for being the first roman emperor to convert to christianity

Corpus Iuris Civilis. Code of Justinian. 529. Legislative compilation for a Roman law unification. Parchment codex. Folio 63v. 13th century

Seminara (Italy). Sanctuary Madonna dei Poveri
Madonna dei Poveris Sanctuary. ITALY. Seminara. Madonna dei Poveris Sanctuary. Reconstructed after the earthquake of 1908. Late Byzantine art. Architecture

Untitled (96), c. 1890. [St Marks Basilica and Campanile, Venice]. Creator: Unknown
Untitled (96), c. 1890. [St Marks Basilica and Campanile, Venice]. Photogravure, no. 96 from the portfolio " Calli, Canali e Isole della Laguna"

Separation of Sheep and Goats, Byzantine, early 20th century (original dated early 6th century)

Saints Paraskeve, Gregory the Theologian, John Chrysostom and Basil the Great, early 15th century. From the Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia

Galata Bridge and Galata Tower at twilight, Beyoglu District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Galata Bridge and Galata Tower at twilight, Beyoglu District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Galata Bridge and Galata Tower at twilight, Beyoglu District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Galata Bridge and Galata Tower at twilight, Beyoglu District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Basilica Cistern, Sultanahmet, UNESCO, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Basilica Cistern, Sultanahmet, UNESCO, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Detail of traditional Turkish dessert baklava, Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Bazaar), Eminonu, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Detail of round traditional Turkish dessert baklava with pistachio nuts, Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Bazaar), Eminonu, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Different spices on display in store, Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Bazaar), Eminonu, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Detail of round traditional Turkish dessert baklava with pistachio nuts, Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Bazaar), Eminonu, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Detail of traditional Turkish dessert baklava, Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Bazaar), Eminonu, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Maiden's Tower at twilight, Uskudar District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Maiden's Tower at twilight, Uskudar District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Decorated colorful front yard of house, Balat, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Colorful houses in Balat, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Detail of colorful houses in Balat, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Golden interior of Iron Saint Stephen's Orthodox Church, UNESCO, Balat, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Golden interior of Iron Saint Stephen's Orthodox Church, UNESCO, Balat, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Assorted spices and teas on display in store, Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Bazaar), Eminonu, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Assorted spices and teas on display in store, Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Bazaar), Eminonu, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Maiden's Tower at twilight, Uskudar District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Entry of the Turks into Baghdad, 1534 AD (litho)
8660922 Entry of the Turks into Baghdad, 1534 AD (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entry of the Turks into Baghdad, 1534 AD)

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"Exploring the Rich Legacy of Byzantium: A Glimpse into the Empire's Art, Culture, and Influence" Step into the captivating world through a journey that spans centuries. Begin with a map showcasing the vast expanse of The Byzantine Empire, its borders stretching across continents. Marvel at another map revealing the grandeur of the Macedonian and Thracian Empires, highlighting their historical significance. Delve deeper into Byzantine art as you encounter "The Trinity of Roublev, " a masterpiece by Andrey Rublyov that captures spiritual harmony in vibrant colors. Admire an antique map depicting Constantinople, now Istanbul – a city steeped in history and architectural wonders. Discover religious devotion in "The Virgin Orans" by a talented Byzantine Master; its intricate details evoke reverence and awe. Witness the power of Greek fire through an anonymous miniature from Madrid Skylitzes – an ancient weapon shrouded in mystery. Uncover political intrigue with "The Effects of Good Government in the Countryside, " where Ambrogio Lorenzetti skillfully portrays governance during this era. Encounter Saint George depicted on a mesmerizing Byzantine icon from 14th century Greece – his bravery immortalized for eternity. Learn about Justinian, one of Byzantium's most influential emperors whose reign shaped history. Marvel at an Arabian-Byzantine coin from Paris, symbolizing cultural exchange between civilizations. Finally, be awestruck by Christ Pantocrator adorning Daphni Monastery in Greece – an iconic representation radiating divine authority. By exploring these diverse facets - maps tracing territorial conquests to artistic masterpieces capturing spirituality and politics - we unravel the enigma that is Byzantium. Its legacy lives on as it continues to inspire generations worldwide.