Beth Alfa Synagogue Mosaic by Byzantine Mosaics

Beth Alfa Synagogue Mosaic 527

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Beth Alpha synagogue, Beit She'an, Israel

natural stone pattern

toned paper

water colours

possibly oil pastel

carved into stone

underpainting

wooden texture

painting painterly

watercolour bleed

watercolor

The Beth Alfa Synagogue Mosaic, a stunning example of Byzantine mosaic art, dates back to 527 AD and is located in the Beth Alpha synagogue in Beit She'an, Israel. This intricate mosaic, created by anonymous Byzantine artists, showcases a captivating arrangement of small, colored tiles (tesserae) that form a beautiful pattern of stylized leaves and vines, reflecting the artistic trends of the era. The mosaic, preserved within the synagogue, offers a glimpse into the religious and artistic expressions of the early Byzantine period.