Palaeologan

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Scope note
Refers to the revival of the Byzantine style in Byzantium and eastern Europe under the Palaeologue dynasty (1261-1453). The style differs from earlier styles in sacrificing formality for greater freedom, and is noted for a preference for wall paintings to mosaics, more complex compositions that often cover entire walls, and a change in iconography to often prefer themes from the Apocryphal Gospels.
Palaeologan
Accepted term: 18-Nov-2024