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Architect Vitruvius wrote the earliest work on the subject of architecture "De architectura", known today as ''The Ten Books on Architecture''. Vitruvius' fundamental principles of architecture were ''firmitas, utilitas, venustas'' (firmness, commodity and delight).
Architect Vitruvius wrote the earliest work on the subject of architecture "De architectura", known today as ''The Ten Books on Architecture''. Vitruvius' fundamental principles of architecture were ''firmitas, utilitas, venustas'' (firmness, commodity and delight).
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== Byzantine Architecture ==
Byzantine architecture is mainly the characteristic architecture of the [[Byzantine]] Empire.
The Basilica of Sant' Apollinare located in Classe, Ravenna, Italy, is known for its exceptional Byzantine mosaics; it is an example of Early Byzantine architecture.
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Ravenne, [[Italy]], Sant Apollinare in Classe, VIe siecle.
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== Middle Ages architecture ==
== Middle Ages architecture ==