Etruscan and Roman Art

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to Etruscan and Roman art as noted in the lecture.

Hut Urn

Clay containers used in Etruscan society to hold the ashes of the deceased, designed to resemble contemporary houses.

Tumulus

A type of burial mound used by the Etruscans, often filled with grave gifts to suggest aristocracy.

Amphora

A two-handed vessel used by the Villanovans and Etruscans, showing cultural evolution in styles.

Regolini-Galassi Tomb

An early Etruscan tomb known for its multiple burial chambers and rich grave goods.

Granulation

An advanced metalworking technique used by Etruscan artists to create intricate designs.

Fibula

A common Etruscan burial artifact, often made of gold, resembling a large safety pin.

Capitoline Wolf

A bronze sculpture from the 6th century BCE representing the myth of Romulus and Remus.

Verism

A style of Roman portraiture characterized by realistic, unidealized depictions that emphasize minute details.

Atrium

A central room in a Roman house that served as a semi-public space to display family history.

Etruscan terracotta plaques

Molded plaques depicting scenes of ritual importance, often found in Etruscan homes.

Forum

A public space in Roman cities serving as a center for civic activities and social interactions.

Cista

An Etruscan container used to hold personal items, often elaborately decorated and found in graves.

Sarcophagus

A stone coffin that follows Etruscan funerary traditions, often depicting the deceased reclined with a spouse.

Tomb of the Bulls

An Etruscan tomb featuring painted interiors that depict mythological and heroic scenes.

Etruscan Bronze Mirror

Bronze mirrors engraved with mythological figures, often used as grave goods for Etruscan women.

Mausoleum of Augustus

A tomb built for Augustus, symbolizing his political legacy and familial importance.

Second Style Painting

A Roman art style characterized by illusionistic interior spaces created through paint.

Ara Pacis

An altar dedicated to the goddess of peace, showcasing reliefs of mythological and historical significance.

Portraits of Brutus and Aulus Metellus

Etruscan bronze sculptures exemplifying naturalism and veristic portraiture.

Capite Velato

A ritual pose adopted in public art to signify respect for the gods in Roman culture.