1.3: The Legacy of Roman Art - The Facts
The Romans adopted many other types of art and turned them into their own by adding their own talents to their art. (ie. Greek sculptures)
The Romans were great sponsors of art. Many wealthy families decorated their homes with magnificent works of art. (ie. statues, mosaics - picture made up of small parts)
Roman artists were skilled at painting frescos, a type of painting done on wet plaster with water paints. They often were in 3-dimensions.
Using art, the Romans brought a sense of style and luxury to everyday life. For example, a wine bottle could be shaped like a bunch of grapes. The cameo, a popular type of art, was decoration carved to resemble an object.
About 1000 years after the fall of the empire, great artists like Michelangelo revived Roman art during the Renaissance Period in Europe. (ie. Famous ceiling of Sistine Chapel in Rome show scenes from the Bible through paintings)
Early Americans used Roman styles to make them feel dignified and noble.
1.3: The Legacy of Ancient Roman Art - The Effects on the Modern World
The legacy of Roman art still lives on today, in our modern world. Many people, throughout Europe and the United …show more content…
Both, Rome and Washington, use the idea of democracy and voting. All citizens should get an equal say in what is happening. For example, the Romans split the power in their government many ways: through the Magistrate, the Consul, the Senate, the Tribunes of the Plebs, and the General Assembly. The US splits their power into 4 groups: The Executive Branch, The Judicial Branch, The Legislative Branch, and the power of the citizens. Both governments also followed the ideas of justice; the United States has the Bill of Rights - stating the rights of all its citizens. Rome also tried to uphold this idea by having the judges and courts make fair, just, and reasonable