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Why did Byzantine art remain almost unchanged for centuries?

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Because Byzantine art was deeply related to the church, specially the Byzantine Orthodox Church.

In other words, it was sacred art meant to serve a religous purpose. In fact, in the Byzantine Empire, secular art, which tends to be more dynamic, practically did not exist.

As a result of this religious affiliation, Byzantine art was tightly controlled by standards, which prevented change and dynamism.

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