Roman Art in the Private Sphere: New Perspectives on the Architecture and Decor of the Domus, Villa, and Insula
$53.95
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Book Synopsis: “This is a stimulating book and should be compulsory reading for all students of Roman art.” ---Classical Review
“[A] model exploration into the ways private décor can be used to facilitate a larger understanding of Roman art and society.” ---Classical World
Roman Art in the Private Sphere presents an impressive case for the social and art historical importance of the paintings, mosaics, and sculptures that filled the private houses of the Roman elite. The six essays in this volume range from the first century BCE to the fourth century CE, and from the Italian peninsula to the Eastern Empire and North African provinces, treating works of art that belonged to every major Roman housing type: the single-family atrium houses and the insula apartment blocks in Italian cities, the dramatically sited villas of the Campanian coast and countryside, and the palatial mansions of late antique provincial aristocrats. This new edition includes a fresh contribution by editor Elaine Gazda, tracing the developments in the treatment of private Roman art since the publication of the original edition of Roman Art in the Private Sphere.
Elaine K. Gazda is Professor of the History of Art and Curator of Hellenistic and Roman Antiquities at the Kelsey Museum of Archaeology, University of Michigan.
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Discover the hidden world of Roman art in the private sphere with Roman Art in the Private Sphere: New Perspectives on the Architecture and Decor of the Domus, Villa, and Insula. This groundbreaking book provides fascinating insights into the social and art historical significance of the paintings, mosaics, and sculptures that adorned the homes of the Roman elite.
Featuring six compelling essays that span different time periods and geographical locations, this book explores the artistic treasures found in various types of Roman residences. From the opulent villas of the Campanian coast to the grand mansions of late antique provincial aristocrats, the art showcased in this volume offers a rich tapestry of Roman society and culture.
Get ready to embark on a captivating journey through the private art collections of the Roman elite. Whether you're a student of Roman art or simply a curious reader, this book is a must-read. Its comprehensive and thoughtful exploration of private décor will enhance your understanding of Roman art as well as the society that produced it.
Don't miss out on this stimulating and enlightening read that has been praised by Classical Review as "compulsory reading for all students of Roman art." Order your copy of Roman Art in the Private Sphere today and uncover the hidden stories behind these remarkable works of art.
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