Roman Symbols Of Power Flashcards
What does Ara Pacis mean
Altar of peace
Where is the Ara Pacis located
Campus Martius
What do the east and west pediments show
Link Augustus’ family to Rome and Romes important Gods
What do the north and south friezes show at the Ara Pacis
The procession before the annual sacrifice
Floral patterns
And the imperial family
How are slaves depicted on the Ara Pacis
Semi nude
What does the cuirass show on the Prima Porta
Reclaiming of the Roman standards from Parthia. Which Mark Antony and Crassus failed to do
Which shows Augustus’ power as a military leader
What is Augustus holding in his left hand
Consular Batten which shows his legislative powers as a leader
What stance is being taken by Augustus
Orator. Stance a general would take whilst addressing troops
Adlocutio pose which shows power
Who is depicted with Augustus
Cupid riding a dolphin. Links Augustus with the Julian Claudean Dynasty who claimed their lineage from Venus
What was the purpose of the Ara Pacis
To commemorate the peace Augustus had made among the Roman Empire after defeating Hispania and Gaul
What do the lower lying friezes on the Ara Pacis, show
Heavily detailed with floral patterns, 50 species of plant and various depictions of animals.
Why was the lower frieze depicted like that on the Ara Pacis.
As a symbol of fertility and abundance of the Golden Age of Augustus.
What Gods may of been depicted on the Ara Pacis.
Venus, Tellus, Mother Earth and Pax which allowed Augustus to align himself with the Gods
Which other important figure may be depicted on the Ara Pacis.
Aeneas, the founder of Rome
How does the Prima Porta make Augustus look
Extremely powerful.Julius Caesar became a God, so Augustus was ultimately the son of a God
