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Iconostases

Scope note

Screens in Orthodox Eastern churches that separate the sanctuary from the nave, usually pierced by three doors and, since the 14th or 15th century, covered with icons. ODCC83

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30003784

Equivalent Terms used

iconostasis

Created

13yrs ago

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