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Byzantine Churches in Constantinople: Their History and Architecture

By Alexander Van Millingen
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This study surveys the churches of Byzantine Constantinople, combining scattered historical notices with careful architectural description and measured plans. It documents surviving sanctuaries, many altered or repurposed, and distinguishes original fabric from later changes while noting difficulties caused by concealment and inaccessibility. Accompanied by maps, sections, photographs, and sketches, the work classifies recurring building types, decorative motifs, and structural solutions, and connects liturgical function and patronage to shifts in form. The result is a systematic, site-based account that traces variety and development across the city's ecclesiastical monuments.

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Alexander Van Millingen

Alexander Van Millingen was a noted scholar and author specializing in Byzantine architecture and history. His works, including "Byzantine Churches in Constantinople: Their History and Architecture" and "Byzantine Constantinople, the walls of the city and adjoining historical sites," reflect his deep interest in the cultural and architectural heritage of the Byzantine Empire. Van Millingen's writings are characterized by their detailed descriptions and historical insights, making significant contributions to the understanding of Constantinople's rich past. His collaboration with illustrator Warwick Goble in "Constantinople" further showcases his ability to blend visual art with historical narrative.

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