Ancient Roman Civilization
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Ancient Roman Art, philosophy, and drama.
"Bust of Antinous". (On the Left.)
Fayum Mummy Portrait. (On the Right.)
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Ancient roman art:
- the ancient romans
used architecture, painting, sculpture, and mosaic work.
- frescoes: Painting on plaster.
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became popular in 1 a.d.
-frescoes where painted on 3 layers of wet plaster.
-roman frescoes were very durable but only a hand full remain.
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frescoes were presented mostly in temples, or public buildings
-the ancient romans also painted on canvas.
-these paintings often depicted roman battle scenes.
-romans also painted murals. They showed daily life living in rome.