Byzantine Mosaic of Massacre of Innocents
2001 © Maxim Tabachnik
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Byzantine Mosaic of Massacre of Innocents

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This early 14th c. Byzantine mosaic from the Kariye Camii in Istanbul depicts the Massacre of the Innocents, a biblical event ordered by King Herod. It is part of a series on Christ’s life, showcasing the artistry of late Byzantine mosaics. The Kariye Camii, originally the Church of Christ in Chora, has transitioned from a church to a mosque and now a museum, reflecting its historical and cultural evolution. Its mosaics exemplify Byzantine artistic achievement.