Hagia Sophia, Istanbul
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These two Byzantine mosaics are in the far end of the South Gallery of the Hagia Sophia.
On the left is Christ with Emperor Constantine IX Monomachus and Empress Zoe.
On the right is the Virgin and Child with Emperor John II Comnenus and Empress Irene. To the right of this mosaic is a portrait of their son, the frail looking 17-year old Alexios.
More detailed views and explanations in the photos that follow.
Photo © Dick Osseman.
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