Theodora

1. Theodora panel mirrors the panel of Justinian’s. Theodora is wearing elaborate clothing and jewelry, such as; pearls, rubies, emeralds and very large pearls. In the back of her head, just like in Justinian Mosacis is a halo, which speaks to the divine origin of her authority. In addition, similar to Justinian, who’s carrying the large bowl for the Eucharist bread, Theodora is carrying a large jar for the Eucharist wine. She is surrounded by her attendants symbolizing the imperial court; one…

be a very scandalous person with very little morals who would cheat on her husband every chance she got. Procopius also portrayed Belisarius as not the smartest person, who was constantly falling for his wives lies. He also portrays Justinian and Theodora in a much different light than what was common. He called both of them demons because of how horrible…

It is not uncommon for cathedrals in the Byzantine Empire to be used as status of prosperity and power, rather than being solely places of worship. San Vitale is known for the incredible mosaics that create a focus on Justinian, Theodora, and other political figures which make it more of a glorification of the emperor than a religious building. How much decadence and lavishness is acceptable before the focus of this church becomes more about paying respects to the people in power in the time it…

Transforming from the classical style of the Greeks and Romans, with the realistic and naturalistic forms, developing its own methods, becoming denatured and adding an abundance of symbolism to the pieces. Two such examples are the Justinian and Theodora mosaics at San Vitale. This paper will describe not only the resemblances, but also the differences in the two mosaics from in the same time period. Emperor Justinian and Attendants. Mosaic on north wall of the apse Tesserae c.…

In William Shakespeare's play, Henry VI, Part 1, he wrote, “Suspicion always haunts the guilty mind” (Henry VI, Part 1, William Shakespeare). While originally describing the suspicions of an imprisoned king, the meaning of this quote has adapted and can be applied to many situations in storytelling today. In The Haunting of Hill House, Eleanor’s mind is heavy with the guilt of her past, and leads her to suspicion and paranoia. Eleanor is a broken woman, brought up in a dysfunctional family and…

They were called Emperor Justinian and His Attendants and Empress Theodora and Her Attendants. They show Justinian and his empress Theodora, accompanied by some of the officials, some local clergy, and the ladies in waiting. Both mosaics were made ca. 547 CE. These mosaics show a new ideal for beauty. In the fourth and fifth centuries, people were shown…

During the build up to the 2016 Presidential election, the focus has been on the possibility of the first woman president of the United States of America. It is easy to forget or dismiss the impact that women have had throughout world history. From strong rulers to great thinkers history is filled with some of the most powerful and intelligent women who have defied all odds and surpassed the expected roles given to them by western civilization. Unfortunately, much of what we know about women…

going through a Roman criminal law papyrus codex J.G. Keenan discovers a case in Alexandria, in which Diodemos, an Alexandrian Senate, killed a young woman for whatever reason, the papyrus does not list the reason. After Zephyrios jailed Diodemos , Theodora, the mother who sought reparations gave her statement, “For this reason I handed my daughter over to the procurer, that I myself might have food. Since therefore I have, by my daughter’s death been deprived of my support, I petition that I be…

As a woman, a child, or both, there is going to be ownership surrounding that one’s whole life, and for Theodora that is exactly what is happening. At a very young age, Christina vowed to virginity and only giver herself to Christ, but her family wasn’t too fond of the decision that she made. Christina’s mother, Beatrix, made it her mission to marry off her daughter and would not care to who. She insisted on “[wasting] a great deal of money on old crones who tried with their love potions and…

This is reiterated through the vision of despair seen in Chopin’s “An Egyptian Cigarette” and in the numerous amounts of commodities and collectables seen in Cross’ “Theodora”. Theodora has a lot of agency, as does the speaker in “An Egyptian Cigarette”. These women not only represent the emergence of a new woman, but an emergence of a new way of life. As women’s roles are changing, so are the societies. Consumerism, collecting…