The art of Constantinople and the Eastern Orthodox church had an important influence on the Islamic world and the Latin-speaking West, and especially on the development of the Renaissance. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is currently showing works from the Byzantine civilization in an exhibit called "Byzantium: Faith and Power (1261–1557)," through July 4th. Helen Evans is curator.
» Go here for an overview of the exhibition
Music: "Holland Festival Early Music 1998" – Track 11
» Go here for an overview of the exhibition
Music: "Holland Festival Early Music 1998" – Track 11
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