Ancient Roman Art

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Pre-req: Completion of the Core Curriculum Research & Professional Writing requirement. This course provides an introduction to the art and architecture of the ancient Roman world, from the period of Rome’s early kings, through the Roman Republic, and to the end of the early Empire (753 BC - first century AD). Through an analysis of architecture, sculpture, pottery, and painting, we will consider themes such as portraiture, theater, funenary monuments, and mural paintings, as archaeological artifacts which can help us understand the history and society of the ancient Romans.