Un fondateur grec sous le règne des Lusignan

A remarkable re-evaluation of the 15th-century frescoes in the Church of the Archangel Michael at Pedoulas, Cyprus, reveals new insights into the socio-cultural dynamics of the Lusignan kingdom during its transition under Venetian colonial rule. The study highlights the templon—a sanctuary barrier—of this exceptionally well-preserved church as a key artifact reflecting the intentions of its unknown Greek Orthodox founder, Basileios Chamados. By analyzing these frescoes within their historical and sociological context, researchers uncover previously undocumented aspects of Chypriot art and patronage during the late medieval period.

Meyer-Fernandez, G. (2023). Un fondateur grec sous le règne des Lusignan. Cahiers Du Centre d’Etudes Chypriotes, 52-53, 349–386. https://doi.org/10.4000/cchyp.1193