ARH-314 Roman Empire Review

Rome/Roman Empire

Influential empire that conquered most of the Mediterranean. 753 BCE-476 CE

Arch

A curved structure that spans an opening and supports weight above it

Barrel Vault

A continuous series of arches intersecting perpendicularly that create a tunnel-like structure

Groin Vault

A vault formed at the intersection of two barrel vaults

Concrete

A building material made from a mixture of cement, water, and aggregates, perfected by the Romans

Aqueduct

Structure to carry water

Basilica

rectangular public building for administrative work

Amphitheater

Two theaters connected at the ends to create an oval

Annular Barrel Vault

A circular barrel vault, typically for domes

Forum

A public square or marketplace

Domus

Housing type for upper class in Rome

Atrium

The central open space in a Roman domus, often containing a pool and surrounded by rooms

Cubiculum

A small room in a Roman house, often used as a bedroom

Oculus

A circular opening at the top of a dome

Coffer

A recessed panel in a ceiling or vault

Trajan

Roman emperor, born in Spain. Funded buildings such as the expansive Trajan's forum.

Nero

Tyrannical roman emperor. Built a lavish palace, Domus Aurea.

Flavian Dynasty

a dynasty of Roman emperors from 69 to 96 CE. Including Vespasian, Titus, and Domitian

Hadrian

A Roman Emperor with a lavish villa complex