The manner in which the image of the Virgin and Child at Hagia Sophia floats on an expansive sweep of gold is reminiscent of _____________

A. Pompeian wall painting
B. Roman dome mosaics
C. page in an illuminated manuscript
D. a monumental icon


Answer: D

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