
Early Christian Art
Term generally applied to Christian art from the 3rd century AD until about 750, particularly in Italy and the western Mediterranean. The art of the Eastern Empire during this time is termed Byzantine art, but there is no hard-and-fast demarcation between the two traditions.
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Use of Material
Enduring Themes
Evaluation Process
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Halo
Montage
Renaissance
Byzantine Art
Documentary Art