Christ Pantocrator Mosaic Dome Atbarah Chapel in in a chapel lit by stained glass in Atbarah

Christ Pantocrator Mosaic Dome Atbarah Chapel

by Adam Harding

Pale limestone walls reflect soft, diffused morning light into the quiet chapel interior. High above, a massive mosaic of Christ Pantocrator dominates the curved dome, his golden halo glowing against deep blue tesserae. Stained glass windows cast patches of crimson and emerald across the stone floor and lower arches. Dust settles on the ancient mortar in the still dry season air. Geometric patterns in the tilework create a rhythmic texture beneath the figure. Light from the east window strikes the mosaic's edge, highlighting the rough surface of the glass pieces. One shadow falls sharply across the white plaster, defining the curve of the arch.

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mosaic Christ Pantocrator Atbarah chapel dome stained glass Byzantine style religious art
Camera iPhone X*AI-imagined, not shot. For real iPhone X photos, grab one online.
Lens 52mm f/2.4
Focal Length 52mm
Aperture f/2.4
Shutter Speed 1/120
ISO 200
Film processed in VSCO
Location in a chapel lit by stained glass in Atbarah
Date 2022-06-26
Credit VEETER
Coordinates 17.7286, 34.0925
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