The artwork, named “Petra Church Floor Mosaic,” created by Byzantine Mosaics dates back to approximately 450 to 550. This mosaic artwork, part of the Early Byzantine art movement (circa 330–750), exemplifies the genre of animal painting. It is a piece from a series found in a Byzantine church in Petra, Jordan, notable for its medium – mosaïque.
The artwork features a detailed mosaic floor displaying two deer within circular frames, meticulously composed using small tiles. The representation of the animals is highly stylized, emblematic of the Early Byzantine penchant for intricacy and symbolic imagery. The mosaic combines soft, earthy colors to create a vivid yet harmonious scene, emphasizing both artistic detail and the thematic significance of fauna within religious and cultural contexts of that era. The craftsmanship exemplifies the sophisticated aesthetic and technical skills of Byzantine artists.
