Asked by Vanessa Torres on Jun 09, 2024
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The "throne of wisdom," sedes sapientiae , is the western European version of which of the following?
A) Carolingian throne
B) Byzantine Theotokos
C) Hagia Sophia
D) Ascension of Mary
Throne Of Wisdom
A symbolic representation of the Virgin Mary in Christian iconography, depicting her as the seat of wisdom with the Christ Child on her lap.
Sedes Sapientiae
Latin, “throne of wisdom.” A Romanesque sculptural type depicting the Virgin Mary with the Christ Child in her lap.
Byzantine Theotokos
A representation of the Virgin Mary (Theotokos, or God-bearer) in Byzantine art, often depicted enthroned and holding the Christ Child, symbolizing her role as the Mother of God.
- Scrutinize the use of symbolism in Romanesque sculptures and its significance to the prevailing religious beliefs of the era.
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Learning Objectives
- Scrutinize the use of symbolism in Romanesque sculptures and its significance to the prevailing religious beliefs of the era.
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