Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Styles and Periods Facet
3. Styles and Periods (hierarchy name)
4. [styles, periods, and cultures by region]
5. Early Western World
6. Mediterranean (Early Western World)
7. Ancient Italian
8. Roman (ancient Italian culture or period)
9. Late Antique

Additional parents:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Styles and Periods Facet
3. Styles and Periods
4. styles, periods, and cultures by region
5. Early Western World
6. Mediterranean
7. Ancient Italian
8. Roman
9. Imperial

Anotations

Scope note:

Refers to the period and style of art, notably of sculpture and architecture, that coincided with the reign of Constantine the Great from 311 to 337 CE. In sculpture, the style is characterized by a departure from Classical Greek illusionism and naturalism, with a greater emphasis on symbolism, expressionism, and clear narratives in order to convey the teachings of Christianity. In architecture, the style is characterized by the addition of a transept and apse to Roman basilicas to create cross-shaped structures typical of Early Christian churches.