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Portraits from 3 different periods in history, the Roman, the Early Christian and the Byzantine.

The Art of Portraiture during the Byzantine Period

April 27, 2019
by Amalia Spiliakou with No Comment Teaching Resources

In Byzantine art, portraiture follows strict visual conventions where spiritual presence is emphasized over naturalism, with expressive eyes serving as the focal point, reflecting the sacred inner life of the subject.

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