Byzantines

Example:In contrast to the elaborate decoration characteristic of Byzantine art, Islamic architecture often emphasizes simplicity and elegance.

Definition:A state or quality of being simple or unadorned, without embellishment or complexity.

Example:While Byzantine art is known for its ornate detailing, the Renaissance period showed a movement towards more naturalistic forms and less primitivism.

Definition:A tendency toward simplicity, or a return to or imitation of earlier styles, often seen in the opposition to elaborate and ornate designs.