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Triumphal arch: is a monument introduced by the Romans to celebrate military victories. The arches started out small and simple but soon they became very elaborate great works of art.
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Colosseum: a very large amphitheater built in Rome about 75 AD for the use of public events, entertainment and assemblies.
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Fasces: A bundle of rods held together around an ax. This was carried before ancient Roman ruler as a symbol of authority . |
Spolia: decorative elements taken from earlier monuments. |
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Monument: A structure built to commemorate a person or an important event in history.
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Marble: A hard rock made from a form of limestone or dolomite. Usually contains various streaks of color from imparities. Marble is used in architecture and sculptures.
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Relief: A form of artwork where figures are carved onto a flat background so that they become slightly raised and project outwards.
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| Emperor: A male ruler of an Empire. A title of dignity, superior to that of a king. | |
Plinth: A block or slab used for a column.
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Augustus: Was the first Roman Emperor. The name is also given to represent a high level of honor or power.
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Cornice: A decorative ornament that completes or crowns the top of arches, buildings or walls.
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Roundel: A curved circular panel used in architecture.
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