{"id":3882,"date":"2023-03-29T03:02:47","date_gmt":"2023-03-29T02:02:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.learnancientrome.com\/?p=3882"},"modified":"2023-03-29T03:02:47","modified_gmt":"2023-03-29T02:02:47","slug":"how-did-art-work-evolve-throughout-ancient-rome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnancientrome.com\/how-did-art-work-evolve-throughout-ancient-rome\/","title":{"rendered":"How did art work evolve throughout ancient rome?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Roman Republic was founded in 509 BCE, and grew steadily in power and influence. The Roman Empire was established in 27 BCE after the death of the Republic’s last leader, Julius Caesar. As the Empire expanded, so too did Roman art. Ancient Roman art includes painting, sculpture, architecture, and mosaics.<\/p>\n

The earliest examples of Roman art are from the Etruscan civilization, which was conquered by the Romans in the late 3rd century BCE. Etruscan art is characterized by its realism and its use of perspective. Roman artists borrowed heavily from the Etruscans, and Etruscan influences can be seen in Roman art from the earliest periods.<\/p>\n

During the Republic, Roman art was largely functional, and focused on commemorating military victories and political milestones. Sculpture was used to decorate public spaces and to honor important citizens, while painting and mosaics were used to decorate private homes.<\/p>\n

As the Empire expanded, Roman artists began to experiment with different styles and subject matter. Portraiture became increasingly popular, as did depictions of mythological and Biblical scenes. Roman artists also began to create large-scale public works of art, such as the Colossus of Nero and the Flavian Amphitheatre<\/p>\n