hieratic grace" of Byzantine-influenced art and concocted a new style, characterised by "dynamism, drama and emotion". But, by the 1350s, its "most glorious years" would be "as good as over".

In addition to protecting Europe from eastern invasions, maintaining Greek and Roman languages, producing fine art with distinctive style, protecting the Christian Orthodox Church, the Byzantine ...

El Greco’s association with Toledo has played an important role in boosting tourism in this historical Castilian town.

This course explores the origins of the development of early Christian and Byzantine art and thought. Focusing on a thematic rather than a chronological approach, the course acknowledges broader ...