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HISTORY OF ART & DESIGN: Roman Architecture

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 Ancient Roman architecture adopted certain aspects of Ancient Greek architecture, creating a new architectural style.  Characteristics 1. TempleArchitecture: Ancient Roman temples were among the most important buildings in Roman culture, and some of the richest buildings in Roman architecture, though only a few survive in any sort of complete state. blended with Greek features. emphasis on the front of the building. example:  Temple of Fortuna                    Virilis. ("manly fortune") 2. CONCRETE: created a revolution in architectural design. create larger, heavier buildings.    * example: - The Sanctuary of  Fortuna Palestrina. 3. ARCH & VAULT: Coliseum  Race Track – Circus Maximus Public Baths Amphitheaters Arch The arch consists of two supports, called piers, each topped by a platform called an impost.  curved pattern that is capped by the central block of the arch called the keyst...

HISTORY OF ART & DESIGN: Art And Design

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                                      ART Art  is a diverse range of human activities in creating visual, auditory or artworks , expressing the author's imaginative, conceptual ideas, or technical skill, intended to be appreciated for their beauty or emotional power.  The three classical branches of art are painting, sculpture and architecture. Music, theatre, film, dance, and other performing arts, as well as literature and other media such as interactive media, are included in a broader definition of the arts.                                                    Craft —  A  craft  or  trade  is a pastime or a profession that requires particular skills and knowledge of skilled work. —  The term "c...