Roman Art: Romulus to Constantine

by Nancy H. Ramage and Andrew Ramage

Book Overview

This beautifully illustrated book explores Roman art in the traditional historical manner--with a focus on painting, sculpture, architecture, and minor arts. It assumes no prior acquaintance with the classical world and explains the necessary linguistic, historical, religious, social, and political background needed to fully understand Roman art.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0137829477
• ISBN13: 9780137829477
• Release Date: January 1991
• Publisher: Prentice Hall
• Length: 742 Pages
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.0" x 8.0" x 0.5"

Customer Reviews

Great Price. Great Book!

I'm taking a Roman Art Course and it's an excellent text to start, great images and easy to understand information. I thought it was not going to be in the perfect conditions it came. I feel very satisfied :D

Great Study Guide

I wanted to refresh on a Roman Art History course I took in college, because I'll be going to Italy soon and wanted to remember all the great things I learned in that class. I found this book and it is identical to the book I study years ago. I'm extremely excited I've found this book. And it has brought back all those things I have forgotten about the history of Art is Roman.

Great book

"Roman Art" is easily one of the best art history books I have ever read. What really sets it apart is the writing style - rather than being dry and stuffy, the language is very clear, understandable, and *gasp* engaging! Be warned, the pictures are primarily black and white, but many of the objects covered, being marble statues and buildings, have no need for color. Those items that are printed in color, like wall paintings, are items that really benefit from it. I would highly recommend this book to those interested in Roman art, and even to those who aren't - I had no real interest in Roman art when I used "Roman Art" in an art history class, but this book has made it one of my favorite subjects.

The best!

This book is an absolute gem! It is thorough and very educational yet quite readable and even entertaining. The text is paired with brilliant photos that make the topic come to life. Even while cramming for a test, this book made my study time less boring and even enjoyable!A must for anyone interested in the topic of Roman art - provides a solid foundation.

Good Introductory Text

As any student of Roman Art/Archaeology knows, good introductory texts are hard to find. This text, now considered by many to be the "standard text", is a MUST for anyone who is just beginning the journey into Roman Art and for more advanced students as a general reference. The authors cover the entire gamut of the subject with readable texts supplimented with excellent images. They were also wise enough to include the most up-to-date schalorly information.