Beth Alfa Synagogue Mosaic 527
byzantinemosaics
Beth Alpha synagogue, Beit She'an, Israel
carving
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toned paper
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water colours
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carving
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ink painting
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possibly oil pastel
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coffee painting
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underpainting
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painting painterly
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
The Beth Alfa Synagogue Mosaic, created in 527, features a lion, crafted from small, meticulously arranged pieces of stone called tesserae. This intricate mosaic is a striking example of Byzantine art, showcasing the skilled craftsmanship of the period. Located in the Beth Alpha synagogue in Beit She'an, Israel, this mosaic showcases a prevalent theme in Jewish art: the lion, a symbol of strength and royalty. The lion’s posture and the presence of a leafy branch evokes imagery of peace and harmony.
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