Byzantine Art

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+Byzantine Art emerged from the [Byzantine Empire](/wiki/byzantine_empire), spanning from the 4th century until its fall in 1453. Deeply religious, its style is characterized by abstraction, spiritual symbolism, and imperial majesty, primarily seen in vibrant [mosaics](/wiki/mosaics), solemn icons, and illuminated manuscripts. This art sought to evoke the divine, often presenting figures with elongated forms and golden backgrounds.
+## See also
+- [Religious Art](/wiki/religious_art)
+- [Iconography](/wiki/iconography)
+- [Medieval Art](/wiki/medieval_art)
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