MOSAICS AND WALL PAINTINGS IN THE BYZANTINE PERIOD
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Course Title:
MOSAICS AND WALL PAINTINGS IN THE BYZANTINE PERIOD
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Course Code:
OCA5110
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Type of Course:
Optional
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Level of Course:
Second Cycle
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Year of Study:
1
6
Semester:
2
7
ECTS Credits Allocated:
5
8
Theoretical (hour/week):
2
9
Practice (hour/week) :
0
10
Laboratory (hour/week) :
0
11
Prerequisites:
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Recommended optional programme components:
None
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Language:
Turkish
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Mode of Delivery:
Face to face
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Course Coordinator:
Prof. Dr. DERYA ŞAHİN
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Course Lecturers:
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Contactinformation of the Course Coordinator:
Prof. Dr. Derya Şahin Uludağ Üniversitesi Fen-Edebiyat Fakültesi Arkeoloji Bölümü Görükle- Bursa 16059 0.224.2941892 e-mail: dsahin@uludag.edu.tr
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Website:
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Objective of the Course:
This course aims to explore the historical, aesthetic, and technical aspects of mosaics and wall paintings as significant elements of Byzantine art.
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Contribution of the Course to Professional Development
It seeks to analyze the iconographic features of these artworks within their religious and cultural contexts, enabling students to develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of Byzantine artistic heritage.
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Learning Outcomes:
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Students will be able to explain the historical development, techniques, and aesthetic characteristics of Byzantine mosaics and wall paintings.;
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Students will be able to analyze the religious and cultural contexts of mosaics and wall paintings within Byzantine art.;
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Students will be able to identify iconographic elements of the Byzantine period and evaluate the significance of these works within art history.;
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Course Content:
Week
Theoretical
Practical
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Introduction and Overview of Byzantine Art
• Historical and geographical scope of Byzantine art
• The role of mosaics and wall paintings in Byzantine art
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Origins of Mosaic Art and Early Byzantine Mosaics
• Influences from Roman and early Christian mosaic art
• Technical features and themes of early Byzantine mosaics
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Techniques and Materials in Byzantine Mosaic Art
• Materials used in mosaic creation
• Mosaic production process and application techniques
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Fundamental Principles of Byzantine Iconography
• Importance of religious themes in Byzantine mosaics and wall paintings
• The meaning and function of icons
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Hagia Sophia and Other Mosaics in Istanbul
• Examination of mosaics in Hagia Sophia
• Other notable mosaics in Istanbul
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Mosaic Art in the Middle Byzantine Period
• Characteristics of mosaic art in the middle Byzantine era
• Introduction of new themes and technical innovations
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Late Byzantine Period Mosaics and Wall Paintings
• Distinct styles in late Byzantine mosaics
• Innovations in wall painting techniques
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Wall Paintings in the Byzantine Era
• Technical and thematic features of wall paintings
• Functions of wall paintings in churches
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Artistic Decoration of Byzantine Monasteries
• Characteristics of mosaics and wall paintings in monasteries
• Case studies of notable monasteries (e.g., Chora Church)
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Color and Composition in Byzantine Art
• Color palettes used in mosaics and wall paintings
• Composition arrangements and use of perspective
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Byzantine Mosaics and Wall Paintings in Anatolia
• Significant examples of Byzantine mosaics and paintings in Anatolia
• Regional differences and local influences
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Daily Life and Symbols in Byzantine Mosaics and Wall Paintings
• Depictions of everyday life and symbolic narratives
• Social and religious messages conveyed through art
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Conservation and Restoration of Byzantine Mosaics and Wall Paintings
• Preservation challenges for mosaics and wall paintings
• Restoration techniques and modern approaches
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General Review
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Textbooks, References and/or Other Materials:
• Mango, Cyril. Byzantine Architecture. Electa Editrice, 1976. • Mathews, Thomas F. The Art of Byzantium: Between Antiquity and the Renaissance. Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 1998. • Krautheimer, Richard. Early Christian and Byzantine Architecture. Yale University Press, 1986. • Chatzidakis, Manolis. Icons of Patmos: Questions of Byzantine and Post-Byzantine Painting. Greek Ministry of Culture, 1985. • Demus, Otto. Byzantine Mosaic Decoration: Aspects of Monumental Art in Byzantium. Routledge, 1948.
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Assesment
TERM LEARNING ACTIVITIES
NUMBER
PERCENT
Midterm Exam
0
0
Quiz
0
0
Homeworks, Performances
0
0
Final Exam
1
100
Total
1
100
Contribution of Term (Year) Learning Activities to Success Grade
0
Contribution of Final Exam to Success Grade
100
Total
100
Measurement and Evaluation Techniques Used in the Course
The system of relative evaluation is applied.
Information
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ECTS / WORK LOAD TABLE
Activites
NUMBER
TIME [Hour]
Total WorkLoad [Hour]
Theoretical
14
2
28
Practicals/Labs
0
0
0
Self Study and Preparation
14
4
56
Homeworks, Performances
0
20
40
Projects
0
0
0
Field Studies
0
0
0
Midtermexams
0
0
0
Others
0
0
0
Final Exams
1
20
20
Total WorkLoad
144
Total workload/ 30 hr
4,8
ECTS Credit of the Course
5
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CONTRIBUTION OF LEARNING OUTCOMES TO PROGRAMME QUALIFICATIONS
