The first exploration of the artistic and cultural interactions between the African continent and the Byzantine world. Medieval art history has highlighted the glories of the Byzantine Empire, but less known are the profound artistic contributions of Nubia, Egypt, Ethiopia, and other powerful African kingdoms, which had a significant impact on the medieval Mediterranean world through their critical interactions with Byzantium.

Bringing together more than 170 masterpieces in a variety of media and techniques - from mosaics, sculptures, ceramics, and metallurgy to luxury items, paintings, and religious manuscripts - the book "Africa and Byzantium" recounts Africa's centrality in cross-border networks of trade and cultural exchange.

With insightful study and new photographs of works rarely or never publicly exhibited, this belated publication sheds new light on the astonishing artistic achievements of late ancient Africa. It re-examines the continent's contributions to the development of the pre-modern world and offers a more comprehensive history of Africa as a vibrant, multi-ethnic society with a variety of languages and beliefs, which played a critical role in the artistic, economic, and cultural life of Byzantium and beyond.

Year of Publication: 2023, Dimensions: 27.4x27.4cm.