Justinian as world conqueror
a. How does this work show classical influences?
b. Why is that important?
c. Why is this iconography significant?
d. What is the medium?
Answers will vary.
a. The dynamic twisting of the mounted figure and horse are inheritances from pagan Rome as well as the allegorical references of victory, submission, and conquest.
b. It is a perpetuation of the theme of the Empire, the classical Empire of Rome; it is linking the two and creating one.
c. It shows the continuation of the Empire and the incorporation of Christianity. Above Justinian's head is the youthful Christ blessing the rule of Justinian as well as mandating it.
d. Ivory.
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