The Great Palace Mosaics: Hidden Masterpieces of Constantinople

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the stunning mosaics of the Great Palace of Constantinople, uncovered in the 1930s by the Walker Trust. They discuss the Peristyle Mosaic, a vast floor mosaic depicting scenes from daily life and mythology, including griffins, hippocamps, and hunting scenes. The conversation covers the mosaic's possible date (Justinianic or later), its survival through Iconoclasm, and its discovery under Sultanahmet. They also touch on the Bucoleon Palace, the Mosaic Museum, and how these artworks reveal the blend of classical and Byzantine cultures.

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