Kaloyan was a high-ranking thirteenth-century aristocrat. Sebastocrator was a court rank; he was not Tsar Kaloyan. His image belongs to a religious programme that also includes the ruling couple. Elaborate clothing expresses the status being presented, rather than necessarily revealing his character. Supported the enlargement of Boyana Church. Is portrayed with his wife Desislava. Holds the church model as a donor. The portrait preserves a name and gesture; its likeness to the living person cannot be measured.
Where you meet Kaloyan
Aleksander Dragnes · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
History of Bulgaria
