The Architecture Of Augustan Rome

Question 1

What where Augustus’ four goals for slcutpure and architecture ?

Answer 1

Recreate the golden age of architecture
Pax Romona
Pax deorum
Self and family promotion

Question 2

Expand on recreating the golden age of architecture ?

Answer 2

Augustus saw fifth century Greece as a high point in architectural and sculptural design, he was inspired by building like the Parthenon and sought to recreate such designs

Question 3

Expand on the Pax Romana?

Answer 3

The peace of rome was key to Augustan Rome
The battle of Actuum marked the end of civil war and Augustus sought to promote himself as a bringer of peace

Question 4

Expand on the Pax deorum ?

Answer 4

The peace of gods was a key concept for Romans
If the gods were appeased Rome would Flourish and if they were angered Rome would suffer

Question 5

Expand on self and family promotion ?

Answer 5

Although Augustus have the impression of Rome being a republic he certainly wanted to promote himself and his family
To do this he..
KEY point:
.. EMPHASIZED THE LINK TO THE GODS WHILE PROMOTING FUTURE HEIRS