Etruscan & Roman Art

What is the main characteristic of the Roman sculptures?

• Unusual realism, some busts even seem to show clinical signs

• Made in marble and bronze

• Poor in details, focused on the aura the person portrayed had

The Forum and religious temple structures are inspired by the Greek peripteral temples and the Corinthian order.

• True

• False

Which of those structures was invented by the Romans?

• aqueducts

• thermae

• road

• bridge

• basilica

Which statements are true for Etruscan funerary art?

• Rich in colours, they also offer a vital insight into Etruscan life

• Heavily inspired by Greek art

• The subject's positions on the paintings also resemble the Egyptian rules

• Heavily inspired by Phoenician art

Which elements of Etruscan sarcophagi can be seen in this example?

• Often made from terracotta or stone

• Adorned with intricate relief sculptures depicting mythological scenes, religious ceremonies, and aspects of daily life

• Served not only as burial containers but also as status symbols

• The lids of sarcophagi sometimes featured sculpted portraits of the deceased, providing a glimpse into their appearance and social standing

The decoration and layout of Etruscan tombs reveal a great deal about attitudes to death. They preserve details of funeral rites, including funeral feasts, processions, the gods of the underworld and the games used to commemorate the dead.

• True

• False

Which statements are TRUE about the wall paintings in Pompeii?

• They were well preserved due to the eruption of Mount Vesuvius

• All Pompeii wall painting styles were very geometric

• These paintings used strong colours, being the predominant red, blue and yellow.

• Heavy use of black and white to enhance dramaticity

The First Pompeii Style

• Is also known as Incrustation or Masonry Style

• Strictly geometric decorative patterns

• Depicted houses, city landscapes and daily life

• Created a sense of depth and perspective

The Second Pompeii Style

• Is also known as Architectural Style

• Strictly geometric decorative patterns

• Depicted houses, city landscapes and daily life

• Created a sense of depth and perspective

The Third Pompeii Style

• Is also known as Ornate Style

• Is known for the walls divided into zones with a central panel often depicting mythological or genre scenes

• Depicted houses, city landscapes and daily life

• Created a sense of depth and perspective