Comnenian

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Scope note
Refers to the Middle Byzantine style and period surrounding the Comneni dynasty (1081-1204) in the eastern Roman Empire. The style is driven by a desire to restore the grandeur of the Empire after the First Crusade, and is particularly characterized by the construction of monasteries and enormous dwellings for the Comneni clan.
Comnenian
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024