Date and Discovery Flashcards
The statue dates to around 20 BCE and was discovered in 1863 at the Villa of Livia in Prima Porta, Italy.
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Date and Discovery
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The statue dates to around 20 BCE and was discovered in 1863 at the Villa of Livia in Prima Porta, Italy.
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Historical Period
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Augustus, originally known as Octavian, was the first Roman emperor, reigning from 27 BCE to 14 CE
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Style and Technique
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idealized features, which was typical of imperial imagery aiming to convey strength and divine favor.
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Pose and Attire
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Augustus is shown in a military cuirass (breastplate) and a general’s pose, emphasizing his role as a military leader. His stance is authoritative, as if addressing an audience.
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Propaganda
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he statue was intended to promote Augustus’s image as a heroic and divinely sanctioned ruler, reinforcing his legitimacy and the stability of his regime.
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