San Michele in Africisco, Byzantine church in Ravenna, Italy.
The structure stands as a testament to sixth-century religious architecture, featuring detailed marble decorations and elaborate wall designs throughout its interior spaces.
Commissioned by Byzantine banker Giuliano Argentarius, the church underwent significant changes during the Napoleonic Wars and was later converted into commercial establishments.
The central apse mosaic, now displayed at Berlin's Bode Museum, depicts a youthful Christ between archangels Michael and Gabriel holding religious symbols.
The original church building at via Casa Matha 3 now functions as a Max Mara retail store, while its artifacts are distributed across multiple European museums.
The church's apse mosaic traveled from Ravenna to Berlin through a complex negotiation between King Frederick William IV and Pope Gregory III in the 19th century.
Location: Ravenna
Architectural style: Byzantine architecture
GPS coordinates: 44.41870,12.19850
Latest update: March 8, 2025 16:32
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