Charalambos Bouras, The Architecture of the Monastery of Hosios Loukas


World Heritage Site: Monasteries of Daphni, Hosios Loukas and Nea Moni of Chios

Publication Year: 2023

Publication Type: Article

Publication Identifier: WHE6046853B8A

Summary

A comprehensive analysis of the Monastery of Hosios Loukas reveals its architectural significance as a masterpiece of Byzantine art and engineering. Charalambos Bouras' monograph, published in 2018, delves into the monastery's design, construction techniques, and historical context, providing detailed insights through 85 figures and 22 plates. The study highlights the interplay between religious symbolism and structural innovation, particularly in the church's dome and narthex, which exemplify Byzantine architectural prowess. Bouras' work, reviewed in the journal 'Δελτίον Της Χριστιανικής Αρχαιολογικής Εταιρείας,' underscores the monastery's enduring legacy as a testament to medieval craftsmanship and cultural heritage.

Citation

ASLANIDIS (Κλίμης ΑΣΛΑΝΙΔΗΣ), K. (2023). Charalambos Bouras, The Architecture of the Monastery of Hosios Loukas. Δελτίον Της Χριστιανικής Αρχαιολογικής Εταιρείας, 419–423. https://doi.org/10.12681/dchae.32471

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