Basilica of Santa Sabina, Rome

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Prolet Decheva
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published on 12 July 2024
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The Basilica of Santa Sabina on the Aventine Hill in Rome was constructed at the time of Pope Celestine I (422-432 CE). It is a major example of the architectural characteristics of an Early Christian basilica. It also preserves its original 5th-century wooden doors, depicting Early Christian imagery.

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Prolet Decheva
PhD in Art History with a focus on late antique art and culture.

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Decheva, P. (2024, July 12). Basilica of Santa Sabina, Rome. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/19221/basilica-of-santa-sabina-rome/

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Decheva, Prolet. "Basilica of Santa Sabina, Rome." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified July 12, 2024. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/19221/basilica-of-santa-sabina-rome/.

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Decheva, Prolet. "Basilica of Santa Sabina, Rome." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 12 Jul 2024. Web. 24 Dec 2024.

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