The artwork, named “Mausoleum of Galla Placidia,” is created by Byzantine Mosaics around the year 425. It utilizes the medium of mosaics and belongs to the Byzantine and Early Byzantine art movement, which spans from approximately 330 to 750 AD. This piece is categorized under the genre of ornamentation and is part of the series found within the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia in Ravenna, Italy, where it is also located.
The artwork displays intricate patterns composed of small, colored tesserae, meticulously arranged in a grid-like structure. Dominated by shades of green, blue, and yellow, the mosaic embodies the decorative style emblematic of Byzantine craftsmanship. Its geometric precision is offset by adjacent, more fluid organic forms, adding a dynamic visual appeal. The sumptuous colors and detailed arrangements reflect the sophistication and spiritual symbolism prevalent in Early Byzantine art, making it an exquisite example of this historical decorative tradition.
