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Medieval Art:
Focus and Themes: Medieval art was predominantly religious, aiming to convey Christian teachings and stories.
Forms:
Illuminated Manuscripts: Richly decorated books with gold leaf and intricate illustrations, like the Book of Kells.
Gothic Cathedrals: Structures like Notre-Dame de Paris, characterized by pointed arches, stained glass windows, and flying buttresses, aimed to inspire awe and devotion.
Byzantine Mosaics: Found in churches like the Hagia Sophia, these mosaics were stylized, with shimmering gold backgrounds and frontal figures representing saints and holy scenes.

Medieval art spans roughly from the 5th to the 15th century and encompasses a variety of styles and forms, all deeply influenced by the religious, cultural, and political environment of medieval Europe.