Basilica of Saint Mary Major
Monumental ConstructionDescription
Basilica of Saint Mary Major is a monumental construction in Italy, Europe.
Saint Mary Major is one of Rome's principal papal basilicas and preserves important early Christian mosaics. Its long nave and later chapels record the relationship between the fifth-century church and successive artistic and architectural commissions. The principal early Christian basilica dates to the pontificate of Sixtus III, from 432 to 440 CE. Later chapels, façades and decoration form additional architectural phases.
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| Date | 432 CE - 440 CE The principal early Christian basilica dates to the pontificate of Sixtus III, from 432 to 440 CE. Later chapels, façades and decoration form additional architectural phases. AI-written synthesis; source chronology and uncertainty retained. • Santa Maria Maggiore — referenced historical overview | No claims found. |
| Purpose | Saint Mary Major is one of Rome's principal papal basilicas and preserves important early Christian mosaics. Its long nave and later chapels record the relationship between the fifth-century church and successive artistic and architectural commissions. AI-written synthesis; source chronology and uncertainty retained. • Santa Maria Maggiore — referenced historical overview | No claims found. |
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Approximate - counted from January 1, 436 CE (UTC). Based on the midpoint of 432 CE - 440 CE; the underlying date is uncertain.
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