Byzantine Art Apse Mosiac from St. Appolinare Classe
The large blue medallion in this mosaic shows the jeweled cross, the symbol of the transfigured Jesus. At the top is shown the hand of god and at the bottom is Jesus on earth.Together, the "Trinity" is symbolized within the semi-circular mosaic.

Apse Mosiac from St. Appolinare Classe

Who- Byzantine Artist
What- Inside a church-painted on ceiling
When- 549 A.D.
Where-Classe
Why- Symbolizes Trinity
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