Beth Alfa Synagogue Mosaic 527

The Beth Alfa Synagogue Mosaic is a 6th-century Byzantine mosaic found in the Beth Alpha synagogue, Beit She'an, Israel. The mosaic depicts three figures in the form of stylized trees. The trees are made up of small, tesserae, or pieces of stone, arranged in a geometric pattern. The mosaic is an example of the sophisticated art created by the Byzantines during this period. It demonstrates the unique artistry of the mosaicists working in the Byzantine Empire, who excelled at portraying religious and secular scenes in intricate detail.