Greek and Roman Architecture (Unit b)

What are the values in Greek art

Glorified human form, Harmony, and Excellence

What were the three periods in Greek art

Archaic, Classical, and Hellenistic

What type of art was in Archaic

Statues that could stand on their own and were hella creepy

What type of art was in classical

Statues became focused on action and being serene

What were the three types of columns in archaic

Doric (blocky), Ionic (I shape and slender), Corinthian (crown shape)

What was Hellenistic art like

They were more focused on emotions

What is the Treasury (petra, jordan)

a mausoleum for the 1st century AD Nabatean King Aretas IV, later used as a place of worship. Utilized many cultures including Romans, Greeks and Egyptians

What is the Monastery (petra, jordan)

a religious site for ceremonies and worship, later serving for Christian practices

Church of the holy sepulcher

Church where Jesus was buried and Resurrected. Also a major christian pilgramige site

What is pax romana

a 200-year period of relative peace and stability within the Roman Empire, from 27 BCE to 180 CE (begins with Octavian)

How were Aqueducts used in Rome

The Roman aqueducts supplied fresh, clean water for baths, fountains, and drinking water for ordinary citizens.

What was the Colosseum in Rome

Giant amphitheater used for large public spectacles of entertainment, including gladiatorial contests, animal hunts, and mock naval battles

What was the Circus Maximus?

Rome's largest race course where chariots raced and spectators bet on their favorites

What was Hadrian's Wall?

a wall built for defense for the north west frontier of Rome

What was the Byzantium empire?

refers to the Byzantine Empire, the eastern continuation of the Roman Empire that survived the fall of the Western Roman Empire

Why was the Trajan column built

It was built to celebrate victory of war (what Egyptian did as well)

What is the meaning behind Constantine column

It was meant to honor Constantine and Christianity