Why did Byzantine art remain almost unchanged for centuries?

Because Byzantine art was deeply related to the church, specially the Byzantine Orthodox Church.

In other words, it was sacred art meant to serve a religous purpose. In fact, in the Byzantine Empire, secular art, which tends to be more dynamic, practically did not exist.

As a result of this religious affiliation, Byzantine art was tightly controlled by standards, which prevented change and dynamism.

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