The Great Palace
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The Great Palace
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See moreThe Great Palace of Constantinople was the heart of Byzantium for almost a thousand years, serving as both a political and architectural model for Christendom and the Islamic world. This Element synthesises the historical and topographical evolution of the palace, examining its architectural typologies and the role of ritual and artistic objects.
A synthesis of the Great Palace's history, architecture, symbolism, and ceremonies, with new hypotheses and a virtual reconstruction.
The Great Palace of Constantinople was the heart of Byzantium for almost a thousand years, serving as both a political and architectural model for Christendom and the Islamic world. Despite its historical significance, reconstructing its layout remains challenging due to the scarce amount of archaeological evidence.
This Element synthesises the historical and topographical evolution of the palace, examining its architectural typologies and the role of ritual and artistic objects in representing imperial power. It also addresses key historiographical issues, such as the identification and dating of the Peristyle of the Mosaics, as well as its role in imperial ceremonies.
The research is based on textual sources, archaeology, and graphic documentation, culminating in a virtual reconstruction through 3D imaging. By integrating these methodologies, this Element aims to offer a comprehensive understanding of the Great Palace, its influence, and its role as a central stage for Byzantine ceremonial and ideological expression.
Series: Elements in the History of Constantinople
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781009675482
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 26 February 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Illustration: Worked examples or Exercises
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 6.0mm
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 188g
Pages: 108
Also by Alfredo Calahorra Bartolomé
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