BYUO IHUM 201 Exam 2 Flashcards (Official)

Apollo of Veii

Etruscan

Etruscan Temple Model

Sarcophagus with Reclining Couple; Etruscan

Roman Forum, Roman Republic

Bust of Cicero, Roman Republic

Temple of Portunus, Roman Republic

Arch of Titus, Imperial Roman

Theater and Remains of Pompeii, Imperial Roman

Atrium, House of the Silver Wedding in Pompeii, Imperial Roman

Ara Pacis of Augustus, Imperial Roman

Aeneas Performs a Sacrifice from the Ara Pacis, Imperial Roman

Procession of the Imperial Family from the Ara Pacis, Imperial Roman

Augustus of Prima Porta, Imperial Roman

Pont du Gard, Imperial Roman

Colosseum (Flavian Amphitheater), Imperial Roman

Pantheon, Imperial Roman

Pantheon (dome, interior), Imperial Roman

Trajan's Column, Imperial Roman

Marcus Aurelius Equestrian Statue, Imperial Roman

The Good Shepherd, Early Christian

Jonah Sarcophagus, Early Christian

Old St. Peter's Basilica, Early Christian

Hagia Sophia, Byzantine

Hagia Sophia (interior), Byzantine

Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, Byzantine

Christ as Good Shepherd mosiac from Galla Placidia, Byzantine

Sant' Apollinare Nuovo, Byzantine

Miracle of Loaves and Fishes mosaic from Sant' Apollinare Nuovo, Ravenna, Byzantine

San Vitale, Byzantine

Christ Enthroned mosaic from San Vitale, Byzantine

Emperor Justinian and Courtiers mosaic from San Vitale, Byzantine

Empress Theodora and Retinue mosaic from San Vitale, Byzantine

Christ Pantocrator, Byzantine

Sutton Hoo Purse Cover, Early Medieval

Lindisfarne Gospels illuminated manuscript, Early Medieval

Four Evangelists illuminated manuscript from Aachen Coronation Gospel, Carolingian Renaissance

Palatine Chapel in Aachen, Carolingian Renaissance

St. Gall Plan for and Ideal Monastery, Carolingian Renaissance

Vision of the Ball of Fire illuminated manuscript, Hildegard von Bingen, Romanesque

St. Sernin in Toulouse, Romanesque

St. Sernin nave, Romanesque

St. Lazare in Autun "Last Judgment" tympanum, Romanesque

Bayeux Tapestry (embroidery), Romanesque

Abbey Church of St. Denis, Gothic

Notre Dame de Paris, Gothic

Notre Dame de Paris gargoyles, Gothic

Chartres Cathedral, Gothic

Notre Dame de la Belle Verriere stained glass, Chartres Cathedral, Gothic

Royal Portal tympanum, Chartres Cathedral, Gothic

Jamb Figures, Chartres Cathedral, Gothic

Vintner's Window stained glass, Chartres Cathedral, Gothic

Jamb Figures, Reims Cathedral, Gothic

Sainte-Chapelle, Paris, Gothic

Epicureanism

Ataraxia (peace of mind), elimination of physical, emotional, and mental pain. The design of the universe is random without any purpose or design. Gods are perfectly at peace because they have no pain. Suggests withdrawal from public life to avoid pain and discomfort, which directly counters Roman ideals of civic duty

Stoicism

being happy by being like God, facing life’s challenges and with resilience and virtue. It is a philosophy that teaches the development of self-control and fortitude as a means to overcome destructive emotions. Stoics believe in accepting the moment as it presents itself and maintaining a will aligned with nature.

Carolingian Renaissance

during the dark ages, a period of cultural revival under Charlemagne, marked by advancements in art, literature, and learning. Focus on legal, educational, and political reform; promotion in learning and culture. It didn’t last long after Charlemagne’s death and Western Europe became fragmented again

West Roman Empire

Fell to the Germanic tribes in the 400s AD. Reconquered my Charlemagne but then divided up again. Not a lot of culture going on. The capital of Rome at this point was Ravenna. It was the western half of the Roman Empire that eventually succumbed to barbarian invasions and internal decay, leading to the establishment of various Germanic kingdoms.

East Roman Empire (Byzantine Empire)

The continuation of the Roman Empire in the eastern provinces during the Middle Ages, known for its rich culture, Orthodox Christianity, and strong centralized government. It preserved Roman law and Greek culture, thriving until its fall to the Ottoman Turks in 1453. Roman capital was Constantinople.

Cicero “On Duties”

comprises several books of letters that reflect on individual character and the responsibility of citizens to each other and the state. The Roman ideal of moral duty

The Aeneid

Roman take on Greek epic poetry, story of the foundation of Rome following Aeneas used to honor Rome and increase national pride basically

The Braggart Soldier

by Plautus about an arrogant soldier tricked by his slave and others into giving up a kidnapped woman he wrongly believes loves him. In the end, he is humiliated and beaten, and the lovers are reunited. Adapted from Greek Comedy but has Roman elements like slapstick and ridiculous names

Meditations

personal reflections by Marcus Aurelius, exploring Stoic philosophy, emphasizing self-control, duty, acceptance of fate etc

Song of Roland

Epic poem/song honoring Christian warriors. Written during the time of the First Crusade, it reflects Christian and Muslim tensions and glorifies Christians. Emphasizes loyalty, honor, bravery etc