Byzantine textiles

Byzantine textiles refer to the luxurious fabrics produced in the Byzantine Empire (roughly 4th to 15th centuries). These textiles were renowned for their intricate designs, vibrant colors, and high-quality materials like silk and gold threads. They often featured religious motifs, imperial symbols, and detailed patterns, reflecting their cultural and spiritual significance. Used in garments, church vestments, and imperial clothing, Byzantine textiles demonstrated advanced weaving and dyeing techniques, symbolizing wealth and power. Their craftsmanship influenced later European textile art and provide valuable insights into medieval Byzantine society and aesthetics.