Topics November 11‚ 2012 Abstract In this assignment I will compare and contrast Greek and Roman Culture. I will discuss the likes and differences of their government‚ geographic terrain‚ economics‚ trade practices‚ art‚ architecture‚ philosophies‚ and religious beliefs. Greek Terrain- city states separated by hilly countryside and all near water Art- ideal artistic form (Superior to Roman art) Economy- grew wheat‚ produced‚ wine and olive oil; thought trading was degrading Social
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The Romans left many legacies behind that inspired many people today! However‚ not many people think about what the most important legacy that they left us was exactly. I believe the most important Roman legacy that they gave us is Roman Architecture & Engineering. The Legacy of the Roman Empire refers to a set of cultural values and religious beliefs continuing to shape civilization. The important things that they created‚ making the world a different place is Roads‚ Arches & Stadiums‚ and Aqueducts
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Roman Achievements Jigsaw Background: The period of great cultural achievements for the Roman Empire is referred to as the Pax Romana‚ or “Peace of Rome.” Beginning after the Republican Wars in 27 B.C.‚ and lasting to about 180 A.D.‚ this era was marked by general tranquility and unity across the empire. By this time‚ Rome had overtaken most of the Mediterranean world and had spread its culture. Family & Religion The family was the basic unit of Roman society. Under Roman law‚ the male head
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This sculpture titled “Head of an Akkadian Ruler” was found at Nineveh somewhere between 2250 and 2200 BCB. Although‚ there is no evidence or proof that says the head was a particular king‚ most believe the head was indeed a powerful ruler. This twelve inch copper head is currently at the Iraq Museum‚ Baghdad. This piece has significant damage which is assumed to be caused during the Medes’ invasion on Nineveh in 612 BCE. There is no absolute proof this was a purposeful act. This sculpture is life-sized
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The painting “Community Portrait” by Rob Gonsalves depicts a stereotypical community. The style of artwork‚ not particularly prevalent in this painting‚ which Mr. Gonsalves does is magic realism. This work shows the collection of various leaders of the town. Arranged on what appears to be a park or a village green‚ the individuals are deindividualized by the removal of their heads. It does’t matter who they are but rather how they fit into their community. This is evident by the positioning of the
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A RECONSTRUCTED PORTRAIT OF JUAN DE LA CRUZ By Roger Don S.J. Cerda How do we describe today’s Filipino? What are the qualities or physical attributes that make us stand out among all the races in the world? What distinguishing marks do we have? Is it our nose that is as big and wide as the gorilla’s? Is it our fair skin? Is it our round brown eyes? Is it our moderate height? Is it our unique black hair? Is it our proficiency in the Filipino language? Is it our conservative way of dressing or
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Jan van Eyck was able to create a naturalism and religious feeling in his oil painting‚ which made him one of the most famous painters in fifteenth-century. The “Arnolfini Portrait” was painted in 1434 by van Eyck in the style of oil on panel. This piece has various interpretations because of the different objects and layout in the painting. In this painting there are two main figures of a man and women. “Images represent a man and woman standing in a richly furnished room‚ equipped with a brass
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Gee! What did your teacher mean by asking you to write a portrait essay? Is it possible to write a portrait? What portrait should you write? Well‚ first‚ stop panicking because of your portrait essay. Second‚ your teacher wants you to prepare a normal essay‚ where you should describe someone or something just like an artist would do it. Sure‚ if you have never prepared a portrait essay before‚ you have a lot of questions. Yet‚ we are ready to answer some of them and provide a couple of ideas
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similarities is the meaning or primary focus of these paintings. These figures seem to both be portraits‚ most likely with the intent of showing off wealth or status. The reason as to why I think that these portraits where both made for the reason is because they both seem to be trying to “show off” to the viewer‚ showing the figures in expensive and opulent clothing‚ in image number two the sitter for the portrait is wearing what looks to be a expensive and fine brocade‚ while in image one the wearer is
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The portrait of Trajan Decius is a full bust of a soldier emperor from 249-251 BCE. This portrait has defined lines on the eyebrows‚ forehead‚ and cheek area to illustrate an older man. The eyebrows of this portrait seems to be pressed together‚ giving off a negative mood rather than a triumphal mood. The pressed eyebrows seems to give off the feeling of being conflicted and burdened. It conveys a sense of anxiety‚ stress‚ and tiredness. The clear lines under the eyes that depicts heavy eye bags
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