Art of the Roman Empire

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Art of the Roman Empire
Art For Arts Sake?
Art For Romes Sake
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Why Study Roman Art?

• The Romans were an extremely clever and inventive
  people. They came up with many important
  engineering and artistic feats.
• The innovations of Roman architects and artists
  remain with us today.
• The work of the artists and architects provides
  unique insights into the culture and values of
  the Romans.
• We can also reflect on the values of our culture
  that are reflected in our Art and Architecture

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Relief Sculpture
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Relief Sculpture
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Public Buildings
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Portraiture Idealism
Vs. Verism
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A Simple Question Which one of the statues below
is in the idealistic style and which is in the
veristic style? What are the features of each
that support your answer?
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Rome Engineering an Empire
5 Key Events in Roman History 5 Key Places / Buildings in Rome
5 Key People / Emperors 5 Roman Cultural Achievements
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Idealism
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Art Work 1
Verism