A History of Roman Art

A History of Roman Art provides a wide-ranging survey of the subject from the founding of Rome to the rule of Romes first Christian emperor Constantine. Incorporating the most up-to-date information available on the topic this new textbook explores the creation use and meaning of art in the Roman world. Extensively illustrated with 375 color photographs and line drawings Broadly defines Roman art to include the various cultures that contributed to the Roman system Focuses throughout on the overarching themes of Romes cultural inclusiveness and arts important role in promoting Roman values Discusses a wide range of Roman painting mosaic sculpture and decorative arts as well as architecture and associated sculptures within the cultural contexts they were created and developed Offers helpful and instructive pedagogical features for students such as timelines; key terms defined in margins; a glossary; sidebars with key lessons and explanatory material on artistic technique stories and ancient authors; textboxes on art and literature art from the provinces and important scholarly perspectives; and primary sources in translation A book companion website is available at www.wiley.com/go/romanart with the following resources: PowerPoint slides glossary and timeline Steven Tuck is the 2014 recipient of the American Archaeological Associations Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching Award.