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In artistic terms, the 12th century was a very productive period.

There was a revival in the mosaic art, for example: Mosaics became more realistic and vivid, with an increased emphasis on depicting three-dimensional forms.

There was an increased demand for art, with more people having access to the necessary wealth to commission and pay for such work.

According to N. H. Baynes ( Byzantium, An Introduction to East Roman Civilization ):