jan 21, 350 - Santa Constanza
Description:
Rome, c. 350
Constantia, the daughter of Constantine, patronized this central plan church as well as a nearby by basilica, the church of St Agnes. This church also served as Constantia's mausoleum.
Sarcophagus: The porphyry sarcophagus represents peacocks (associated with Juno and immortality), a lamb, and putti making wine
Vault mosaics: vaulted ceilings of ambulatory show scenes of making wine and a profusion of vines surrounding a female bust
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Early Christian and Byzantine Art
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