Life Myth And Art In Ancient Rome

Author : Tony Allan
Publisher : Getty Publications
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : History
ISBN : 0892368217

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Life, Myth, and Art in Ancient Rome by Tony Allan Pdf

Inspired by the achievements of the ancient Greeks, the Romans made their city the center of an empire unsurpassed in size and influence for more than a thousand years. Its rich legacy shaped the medieval world and continues to amaze us today. Life, Myth, and Art in Ancient Rome celebrates the many achievements of Roman culture and delves into its fascinating dark side. Romans erected structures so well-built and engineered that they still stand millennia later, yet these same buildings also showcased blood sports as public entertainment. The Romans instituted just government, impartial legal and political institutions, and concepts of citizenship, yet its population included slaves as well as patricians and plebeians, and was often riven by intrigue, superstition, and savagery. This volume is a richly illustrated introduction to a fascinating, at times paradoxical, civilization and its art and architecture, ranging from magnificent temples and aqueducts, to exquisite mosaics and jewelry. Placing the art in its cultural context, the author covers themes that have long inspired the Western imagination, including the rise and fall of emperors, the life and death of the gladiator, the belief in omens and prophecy, and, ultimately, the establishment of Christianity.

Author : Tony Allan
Publisher : Duncan Baird Publishers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Art, Roman
ISBN : 1844830772

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Ancient Rome by Tony Allan Pdf

'Ancient Rome' celebrates the many great achievements of the Romans- not only the wealth of superb architecture, myths and literature they bequeathed to us, but also their long-lasting impact on Western civilzation through their development of government and law. Looking at the whole breadth of Roman life, myth and art, and tracing the connections between them, this superbly illustrated book takes us one step closer to understanding this extraordinary civilsation, which left a permanet mark on all the lands it embraced.

Author : Tony Allan
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2011-08-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781448848355

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Exploring the Life, Myth, and Art of Ancient Rome by Tony Allan Pdf

Presents an introduction to the ancient civilization of Rome, discussing its history, politics, military conquests, art, religion, literature, everyday life, and gods and goddesses.

Author : Nancy Lorraine Thompson,Philippe De Montebello,John Kent Lydecker,Carlos A. Picón
Publisher : Metropolitan Museum of Art
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Art, Roman
ISBN : 9781588392220

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Roman Art by Nancy Lorraine Thompson,Philippe De Montebello,John Kent Lydecker,Carlos A. Picón Pdf

A complete introduction to the rich cultural legacy of Rome through the study of Roman art ... It includes a discussion of the relevance of Rome to the modern world, a short historical overview, and descriptions of forty-five works of art in the Roman collection organized in three thematic sections: Power and Authority in Roman Portraiture; Myth, Religion, and the Afterlife; and Daily Life in Ancient Rome. This resource also provides lesson plans and classroom activities."--Publisher website.

Author : Timothy Laughton
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2011-08-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781448848362

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Exploring the Life, Myth, and Art of the Maya by Timothy Laughton Pdf

From stepped temples to exquisite stone carvings and jewelry, the ancient prophetic culture of Mesoamerica is vividly revealed within these pages. This book is a richly illustrated introduction to the civilization of the Maya people, the longest-lived and most widely spread of the great cultures of pre-Columbian America. Their tremendous artistic legacy can still be seen today in spectacular temple complexes, which continue to inspire awe and fascination. This civilization continues to capture and beguile the imagination, thanks to the mysteries of its prophecies, the secrets of its cryptic language, and the astonishing accuracy of its astronomer-priests in charting the movements of stars and planets. Readers will see that the glory of Maya art extends to intricate stone carvings, breathtakingly vivid wall paintings, and exquisite jewelry, many of these inspired by the rich body of Mayan mythology and religion.

Author : Edward L. Shaughnessy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : China
ISBN : 0760780552

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Ancient China : life, myth and art by Edward L. Shaughnessy Pdf

Even today the economic powerhouse of modern China takes strength and nourishment from its legacy of antiquity. Ancient China illuminates this venerable heritage with unprecedented scholarship and vividness.

Author : Paul Zanker,Bjorn C. Ewald
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 442 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-13
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780199228690

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Living with Myths by Paul Zanker,Bjorn C. Ewald Pdf

"Provides a comprehensive introduction to this important genre, exploring such subjects as the role of the mythological images in everyday life of the time, the messages they convey about the Romans' view of themselves, and the reception of the sarcophagi in later European art and art history."--Publisher's website

Author : Joann Fletcher
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2011-06
Category : Egypt
ISBN : 1844839257

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Ancient Egypt by Joann Fletcher Pdf

Ancient Egypt includes accounts of key themes that have long preoccupied the popular imagination, including the religious mysteries of the great temples of Karnak and Luxor and the secrets of the hieroglyphs.

Author : Steven L. Tuck
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2021-03-31
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781119653301

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A History of Roman Art by Steven L. Tuck Pdf

A HISTORY OF ROMAN ART The new edition of the leading textbook on Roman art, updated with new images and expanded geographic and cultural scope A History of Roman Art is an expansive survey of the painting, mosaic, sculpture, decorative arts, and architecture of ancient Rome. This acclaimed textbook provides a fully-illustrated narrative history of Roman art that spans a millennium, from the early origins of Rome to the era of Emperor Constantine. Interwoven throughout the text are themes of Rome's cultural inclusiveness and the importance of art in promoting Roman values, helping students understand how diverse cultures contributed to Roman life. Accessible, chronologically-organized chapters provide numerous examples of the arts, their cultural and historical context, descriptions of artistic techniques, and writings by ancient authors—enabling students to develop a rich appreciation of art’s importance in the Roman world. Now in its second edition, this market-leading textbook features thoroughly revised content throughout. Additional images and excerpts from literary sources are complemented by new historical discussions of metalwork, carved gems, glass, and sarcophagi. This edition features more maps and illustrations, in-depth analysis of iconography, greater emphasis on the types of objects used to decorate the lives of ordinary Romans, expanded coverage of freedmen and women as artists, subjects, and patrons, and much more. A number of works that represent popular art have been added. That is, art in the everyday Roman world, rather than just the large scale works of sculpture and architecture of elite patrons. It also reveals patterns of artistic workshops, trade, and social and economic networks. Additionally, this edition takes into account new approaches in scholarship. This comprehensive textbook: Provides a thorough introduction to Roman art history featuring more than 400 high quality images and illustrations Includes a full set of pedagogical tools, such as historical timelines, key term definitions, and updated references and further reading suggestions Offers “Scholarly Perspective,” “A View from the Provinces,” “More on Myth,” and “Art and Literature” textboxes in each chapter Includes a companion website containing PowerPoint slides and additional instructor resources A History of Roman Art, Second Edition is an ideal primary or secondary text for courses on Roman art and archaeology, Roman art and architecture, Greek and Roman art, and general Roman civilization, history, and culture.

Author : Zahra Newby
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 409 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2016-09-15
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781107072244

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Greek Myths in Roman Art and Culture by Zahra Newby Pdf

A new reading of the portrayal of Greek myths in Roman art, revealing important shifts in Roman values and identities.

Author : Nancy Lorraine Thompson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Art, Roman
ISBN : OCLC:1311054761

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Roman Art by Nancy Lorraine Thompson Pdf

A complete introduction to the rich cultural legacy of Rome through the study of Roman art ... It includes a discussion of the relevance of Rome to the modern world, a short historical overview, and descriptions of forty-five works of art in the Roman collection organized in three thematic sections: Power and Authority in Roman Portraiture; Myth, Religion, and the Afterlife; and Daily Life in Ancient Rome. This resource also provides lesson plans and classroom activities."--Publisher website.

Author : Jane Bingham
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2016-04-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781317474326

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Classical Myth: A Treasury of Greek and Roman Legends, Art, and History by Jane Bingham Pdf

The World of Mythology series introduces the myths of the world's greatest civilizations. The Classical world of ancient Greece and Rome has had an immeasurable impact on Western culture, but what inspired some of the greatest writers, philosophers, and architects of all time? Gods were not only worshipped, but consulted for both minor problems and victory in battle. The legends of mortals Heracles and Perseus were wrapped up in the lives of the immortals. Art and artifacts, as well as photographs of the landscapes immortalized in the tales, bring the world of Classical myth to life.

Author : Otto Seemann
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1877
Category : Mythology, Classical
ISBN : UOMDLP:ajf3562:0001.001

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The Mythology of Greece and Rome by Otto Seemann Pdf

Author : Philip Matyszak
Publisher : Thames & Hudson
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2010-11-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9780500770696

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The Greek and Roman Myths: A Guide to the Classical Stories by Philip Matyszak Pdf

Full of intriguing facts and diverting stories—the ideal introduction to the myths and tales that lie at the heart of Western culture. Who was Pandora and what was in her famous box? How did Achilles get his Achilles heel? What exactly is a Titan? And why is one computer virus known as a Trojan horse? The myths of ancient Greece and Rome can seem bewilderingly complex, yet they are so much a part of modern life and discourse that most of us know fragments of them. This comprehensive companion takes these fragments and weaves them into an accessible and enjoyable narrative, guiding the reader through the basic stories of classical myth. Philip Matyszak explains the sequences of events and introduces the major plots and characters, from the origins of the world and the labors of Hercules to the Trojan War and the voyages of Odysseus and Aeneas. He brings to life an exotic cast of heroes and monsters, wronged women and frighteningly arbitrary yet powerful gods. He also shows how the stories have survived and greatly influenced later art and culture, from Renaissance painting and sculpture to modern opera, literature, movies, and everyday products.

Author : John R. Clarke
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2006-04-17
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780520248151

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Art in the Lives of Ordinary Romans by John R. Clarke Pdf

"Art in the Lives of Ordinary Romans is superbly out of the ordinary. John Clarke's significant and intriguing book takes stock of a half-century of lively discourse on the art and culture of Rome's non-elite patrons and viewers. Its compelling case studies on religion, work, spectacle, humor, and burial in the monuments of Pompeii and Ostia, which attempt to revise the theory of trickle-down Roman art, effectively refine our understanding of Rome's pluralistic society. Ordinary Romans-whether defined in imperialistic monuments or narrating their own stories through art in houses, shops, and tombs-come to life in this stimulating work."—Diana E. E. Kleiner, author of Roman Sculpture "John R. Clarke again addresses the neglected underside of Roman art in this original, perceptive analysis of ordinary people as spectators, consumers, and patrons of art in the public and private spheres of their lives. Clarke expands the boundaries of Roman art, stressing the defining power of context in establishing Roman ways of seeing art. And by challenging the dominance of the Roman elite in image-making, he demonstrates the constitutive importance of the ordinary viewing public in shaping Roman visual imagery as an instrument of self-realization."—Richard Brilliant, author of Commentaries on Roman Art, Visual Narratives, and Gesture and Rank in Roman Art "John Clarke reveals compelling details of the tastes, beliefs, and biases that shaped ordinary Romans' encounters with works of art-both public monuments and private art they themselves produced or commissioned. The author discusses an impressively wide range of material as he uses issues of patronage and archaeological context to reconstruct how workers, women, and slaves would have experienced works as diverse as the Ara Pacis of Augustus, funerary decoration, and tavern paintings at Pompeii. Clarke's new perspective yields countless valuable insights about even the most familiar material."—Anthony Corbeill, author of Nature Embodied: Gesture in Ancient Rome "How did ordinary Romans view official paintings glorifying emperors? What did they intend to convey about themselves when they commissioned art? And how did they use imagery in their own tombstones and houses? These are among the questions John R. Clarke answers in his fascinating new book. Charting a new approach to people's art, Clarke investigates individual images for their functional connections and contexts, broadening our understanding of the images themselves and of the life and culture of ordinary Romans. This original and vital book will appeal to everyone who is interested in the visual arts; moreover, specialists will find in it a wealth of stimulating ideas for further study."—Paul Zanker, author of The Mask of Socrates: The Image of the Intellectual in Antiquity