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BCC Ancient Roman Architecture & Augustus of Prima Porta Questions

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Need help with my Art question – I’m studying for my class.

1-Introduction to Ancient Roman Architecture Ancient Roman Architecture

1-Roman architecture differed from earlier Egyptian and Greek architecture because of three building techniques. What were they?

2-What material did Romans prefer to use instead of marble?

3-What is a forum?

4-What is the difference between a domus and a villa?

5-What is an insulae?

2-Early Empire

Augustus of Prima Porta

  1. Why was it important for portraits of the emperor to be distributed across the empire?
  2. How did Augustus change the structure of rule from the Republic period?  
  3. How does Classical Greek sculpture influence the sculpture of Augustus of Prima Porta? 
  4. Why does Augustus have Cupid next to his leg?
  5. What battle scene is depicted in the center of Augustus’ breastplate? 

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