The Cult of 'Maria Regina' in Early Medieval Rome

This paper examines the importance of the cult of Mary to religious practice in early medieval Rome, with a particular focus on the manifestations of devotion to Mary in the decoration of churches such as S. Maria Antiqua and San Clemente.

paper delivbered at the international conference on the theme of 'Mater Christi' (Rome, 7-9 October 2004)

Norwegian Institute in Rome