Santa Maria Maggiore and the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia Flashcards
1
Q
What is Santa Maria Maggiore?
A
A 5th Century Basilica-styled church.
2
Q
What kind of Art is in Santa Maria Maggiore?
A
A lot of old-style medieval religious paintings and mosaics.
3
Q
What is Ravenna?
A
One of the largest cities in the Roman Empire.
4
Q
Who was Galla Placidea?
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A daughter of one of the Western-Roman Empire’s emperors.
5
Q
What is the Art like in the Masoleum of Galla Placidia?
A
Much like in Santa Maria Maggiore, the art pieces are medieval paintings and mosaics.
