Author
Ogan, Aziz
Publication Place
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Ankara: Turkish Historical Society Printing House
Subject
Belleten (Turkish Historical Society), 1949-04, Vol.13 (50), p.271-302
Type
Periodical
Language
eng,tur
Digital
Yes
Manuscript
No
Library
The University of Leicester Library
Library Asset ID
ISSN: 0041-4255, DOI: 10.37879/ttkbelleten.1348123
Record ID
cdi_doaj_primary_oai_doaj_org_article_1f7b334131bc4e3aad9fb8f63504a213
Library Location
DOAJ Directory of Open Access Journals
Notes
After May 330, the date of transfer of the imperial center to the Byzantine city by Constantine the Great, a new art and a new architectural style began to appear. Although it is difficult to call these works Byzantine art, it cannot be denied that Romanian art underwent a significant evolution during the Dioclecian period (284-305). During the time of this emperor, the general rules and principles that limited the construction of ancient temples were completely abandoned. The Dioclecian baths in Rome, which were later converted into churches, are the starting point of this industry. In fact, the general rules of old Romanian architecture underwent significant changes in the temple of Jupiter, which was also built by this emperor. In the new buildings in the provinces, this aspect stands out to a degree that has never been seen before. Even in other sources, such as the triumphal arch in Rome, which Constantine had built in the past, when he remained devoted and loyal to the polytheists, this change is not so obvious. However, after 313, when Christians were given complete freedom by the Milan decree, and Constantine became a protector of this religion, with his increasing inclination towards and patronage of Christianity, changes in religious matters were clearly noticeable. Since this date, Eastern artists have adapted to new concepts and have contributed to the emergence of an art and architecture that the Christian world has been waiting for.
