107-234 Roman Art and Architecture

Formerly available as 107-106. Students who have completed 107-106 are not eligible to enrol in this subject.

This subject covers Roman art and architecture from the time of the Etruscans to the end of the Roman Empire. Students should become familiar with issues such as the Etruscan legacy, the influence of Greek art on Republican Rome, Pompeian houses and wall-painting, the city of Rome at the time of Augustus, Roman imperial sculpture, Nero's Golden House, the Colosseum, and the Pantheon. The final part of the subject looks at the great cities of the Empire, such as Leptis Magna, Ephesos, Thessaloniki and Trier and concludes with the establishment of Constantinople in 330 AD.

• be skilled in critical thinking and analysis;

• possess effective written communication skills;

• have an understanding of social, ethical and cultural context.

An essay of 2000 words 50% (due during the semester) and a take-home exam 50% (due in the last week of semester).

A subject reader will be available.