The Byzantine style is significant in the development of modern art as it influenced the art of the Renaissance and subsequent periods. Byzantine art was primarily religious and symbolic, with use of rich colors, gold leaf, and flattened 2-dimensional figures. These stylistic features can be seen in the works of many Renaissance artists such as Giotto, who was inspired by Byzantine mosaics, and Leonardo da Vinci, who studied Byzantine iconography. Byzantine art also had a strong emphasis on detail and pattern, which can be seen in the works of Art Nouveau and other decorative art movements. The Byzantine influence can also be seen in modern religious art, such as in the works of Marc Chagall and Gustave Moreau. Overall, the Byzantine style has had a significant impact on the development of modern art and continues to inspire artists today.
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