Central Intrados, Decoration with Flowers and Fruits Busting out from a Rush Basket, Mausoleum of Galla Placidia 425

This mosaic, dating back to 425, is a prime example of Early Christian art found in the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia in Ravenna, Italy. It depicts a stylized arrangement of flowers and fruits bursting from a woven basket, likely a symbol of abundance and paradise. This intricate detail, crafted using tiny tesserae, or pieces of colored glass and stone, is characteristic of Byzantine mosaic art. The rich colors and geometric patterns create a sense of visual harmony, reflecting the artistic sensibilities of the era.