Lectures For Lifelong Learners!

This presentation surveys some of the major mosaic cycles of the 5th and 6th century in Ravenna, Italy. The imagery and style of these mosaic cycles will be considered in their historical contexts. Mosaics examined include those in the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, San Vitale, Sant’ Appollinaire Nuovo, and Sant’ Appollinaire in Classe.