dec 5, 983 - Paris Psalter
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950-970 (late 10th century)
Constantinople?
Incorporates classical elements in marginal psalter manuscript
David between Wisdom and Prophecy: classical personifications, illusion of space; David dressed as Byzantine emperor; commissioned by Constantine VII for his son
David as a shepherd: reflects revived tradition of paidea education for antique aristocrats to be refined; classical pastoral scene, recession of space with city, personification, and muscularity
Moses receiving tablets of the law: classical illusionism and modeling; references instructions to create art in law
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Early Christian and Byzantine Art
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