The Social History of Roman Art

by Peter Stewart

Book Overview

The character of Roman art history has changed in recent years. More than ever before, it is concerned with the role of art in ancient society, including the functions that it served and the values and assumptions that it reflects. At the same time, images have become centrally important to the study of ancient history in general. This book offers a, critical introduction to Roman art against the background of these developments. Focusing on selected...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521016592
• ISBN13: 9780521016599
• Release Date: July 2008
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 218 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.9" x 8.9"