By creating some of the best iconography and church mosaics the world has seen, such as those in Agia Sophia and other churches in Constantinople. The Byzantine influence in art extended to many other areas, such as Venice (church of St Mark) and in Ravenna. The fall (siege) of Constantinople in 1453 also led to the Renaissance in the West.
Non-Orthodox rulers believed the Orthodox were worshiping the icons and thus sought to destroy them.
Khariton has written: 'The art of prayer' -- subject(s): Orthodox Eastern Church, Prayer
The Roman Catholic Church is normally known for using fresco's and Statues in their churches. Whereas The Eastern Orthodox Church uses mosaics and icons, with a small percentage of the time they will also use fresco's .
Raymond Aaron Silverman has written: 'Painting Ethiopia' -- subject(s): Christian saints in art, Exhibitions, In art, Orthodox Eastern Church
Byzantine art was paid for mostly by emperors and the Orthodox church.
Ivan has written: 'Engelikonen' -- subject(s): Angels in art, Christianity and art, Doctrines, Icon painting, Orthodox Eastern Church, Themes, motives 'Muttergottesikonen' -- subject(s): Art, Exhibitions, Icons
Mosaics created the art that fills the churches .
The Byzantine Art Movement was prominent during the 5th Century up til 1453. This art movement was endorsed by the Orthodox Church leading to painted mosaics and frescoes of religious icons (Virgin Mary, Jesus, etc.). These works of art were posted around churches in homage to the reigning Eastern Orthodox religion. However, when Constantinople fell to the Turks in 1453, the Byzantine Art form also fell out of favor.
Constantine Lappas is a Greek author known for his works in fiction and non-fiction, with some of his notable books including "Lake of breathing" and "The Coffee Table of Rostock". His writing often explores themes of identity, relationships, and the human experience.
The influence of the Roman Catholic Church in the Middle Ages was a major factor in art and science. The Church had a tendency to stifle science while encouraging religious art.
Byzantine Empire
Alfredo Tradigo has written: 'Icons and saints of the Eastern Orthodox Church' -- subject(s): Christian saints in art, Dictionaries, Icons, Italian 'Iconos Y Santos De Oriente/ Icons and Saints of the Orient'