This Renaissance masterpiece had been hidden for centuries—until now
Workers uncovered elaborate frescoes hidden behind a mantel in a church. The glittering works of art are revealing more about ...
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13th-Century Christian Fresco Covered by Islamic 'Altar Tent' Discovered, May Have Been a Trophy Seized From Battle
Century Christian Fresco Covered by Islamic 'Altar Tent' Discovered, May Have Been a Trophy Seized From Battle Islam and ...
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13th-Century Fresco Believed to Depict the Use of an Islamic Tent in Christian Church
Tents, especially Islamic tents were among the most prized gifts in diplomatic exchanges and the most sought-after spoils on ...
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Restoration of 13th century Christian church begins in Syrian town of Maaloula
Militants robbed and burned down the church during control over the unique town where the half-Christian half-Islamic population still speaks a dialect of the ancient Aramaic language MAALOULA ...