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| Istanbul,Turkey-May 9th 2014:The Deësis mosaic probably dates from 1261. It was commissioned to mark the end of 57 years of Latin Catholic use and the return to the Eastern Orthodox faith. It is the third panel situated in the imperial enclosure of the upper galleries. It is widely considered the finest in Hagia Sophia, because of the softness of the features, the humane expressions and the tones of the mosaic. The style is close to that of the Italian painters of the late 13th or early 14th century, such as Duccio. In this panel the Virgin Mary and John the Baptist , both shown in three-quarters profile, are imploring the intercession of Christ Pantocrator for humanity on Judgment Day. |
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