Pillar 1
Rachel Pillar
Mr. Steven N. Rugare
Architectural History I
November 6, 2017
The Colosseum, Rome The Roman Colosseum is one of the largest amphitheaters ever built. It was once known as the Flavian Amphitheatre and is now an iconic symbol of Imperial Rome. It is made of concrete and sand and is located in Rome, Italy. The location of the Colosseum is very significant. It was built on the same site where Nero’s Golden House once stood, which is also considered the heart of the city of Rome. The construction of this building began in 72 AD under Emperor Vespasian and was completed in 80 AD under Vespasian’s son, Titus. It was originally built as a gift to the Roman people, but was used for many things like executions, gladiator
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It discusses the facade of the Roman Colosseum in a similar way as Bomgardner did in his book. According to Scientific American the, “immense outer wall consisted of four stories, of which three were of Vespasian's structure, and the fourth, a loftier and very different one, represented Gordian's addition” (Scientific American 2). “The lowest level next the arena was known ail the podium, and was protected from the animals by a low wall, and was reserved for the emperor, consuls, and other distinguished personages” (Scientific American 2). The next level up was the momianum which were seats for the equestrian order. The upper level was for those for the populace as well as women (Scientific American …show more content…
The website, Wikipedia.org published an article about the Colosseum. It discusses the history, appearance, and significance of the amphitheatre and also talks about the facade of the Colosseum as did the above sources. According to Wikipedia, “the surviving part of the outer wall's monumental façade comprises three stories of superimposed arcades surmounted by a podium on which stands a tall attic, both of which are pierced by windows interspersed at regular intervals” (wikipedia.org). The arches on the second and third floor arcades framed statues in which may have honored divinities and other figures pertaining to Classical mythology (wikipedia.org). There were 240 mast corbels arranged around the top of the attic that originally supported the velarium (wikipedia.org). All 80 entrances along with the exits and staircases were numbered like a lot of arenas today to ensure fast and easy entry for the spectators. The four exits in which were used for the Emperor and other elite people were decorated with painted stucco reliefs. Those stucco reliefs as well as entrances XXII to LIV still stand today
...y report I was a bit behind and couldn’t clearly find much information while I was due in to hand in my research. I couldn’t rely much on some sites as they could have been edited and stated information that wasn’t relevant to what I was focusing on. Overall I learnt a lot while doing this research and I have better understanding of the Roman buildings and how the Roman society was in that time.
Pantheon and Hagia Sophia Pantheon and Hagia Sophia are two extremely outstanding architectural pieces of their times. They have been built according to the traditions of those particular times. The materials used to built these buildings and the purpose for which they were used are all very important aspects and have been briefly covered in this report. Pantheon The statesman Agrippa built pantheon in 27 B.C. Then it was completely rebuilt by the emperor Hadrian. The Pantheon is remarkable for its size, its construction, and its design. The dome was the largest built until modern times. The present structure was probably originally built as a temple for all the pagan gods. We do hear of it as being a law-court and a reception area for Emperor Hadrian meeting his quests too. Some say that the rotunda of the building was once a Roman bath. Due to all this mystery, the Pantheon is often referred to as the Sphinx of Rome. The visitor will probably not appreciate the construction as much as the Flavian amphitheatre, but it is still a great masterpiece of engineering and well worth a visit. Most Roman and Greek temples at the time of the Pantheon's construction were large, colonnaded, rectangular enclosures with sanctuaries situated in their centers. The Pantheon was different. It consisted of a large circular drum topped with a hemispherical dome. It is a masterpiece of both engineering and art a lasting memory of Ancient Rome’s might. Roman architecture is architecture of wall and enclosed tactile space. Individual column with entablature is no longer the basic architectural unity. Spatially, it shows a development from closed, simple space units and regular articulation to more complex spatial relations, more fluid interpenetrati...
When discussing the historical and cultural aspects it is important to take into consideration the culture, religion, political, social, economic and artistic aspects of the time period.The construction of the Colosseum occurred during the Flavian Dynasty, between 69 CE to 96 CE. The construction of this massive amphitheater began in 70 CE under the reign of emperor Vespasian and ended sometime around 80 CE under the reign of his son Titus (Vespasian, 2013). During this time period Vespasian was greatly known for his reorganization of the army and the expansion of the membership of the senate, which ultimately dealt with the political, economic and military aspect of the Roman history and culture.
seating and the easiest access to the Colosseum. Even though many people think that the
The Parthenon is an amazing Greek temple that was built 2,500 years ago. Even the architects of today have numerous questions about how it was constructed and how it has held up through its eventful past. The Parthenon's detailed appearance is not its only meaningful quality. The Parthenon was constructed as a temple to the goddess, Athena, and as an icon of the Greek people themselves. The Parthenon represents the Greek ideals of humanism, idealism, and rationalism.
The foundation of Greek culture was balance, reason, and harmony which can be unveiled in their art. As the civilization heavily revolved around religion, massive temples were built to serve the Gods. Greeks believed in many Gods, meaning they had polytheistic views . This notion of polytheism passed down to the Romans who adopted nearly the exact same deities and built similar architecture as well. One of the most famous buildings of worship was the Greek Parthenon built around 447-432 B.C.E, worshipping the goddess Athena . While building these brilliant pieces of art, concepts regarding laws and the natural world from philosophers were being incorporated in the structure. Pillars were often built in temples and various buildings in both Greek and Roman cultures. Doric, ionic, and Corinthian stand as the main three pillars built; each of them becomes increasingly more elaborate by order. For example, the Corinthian was the most intricate. Romans quickly developed a taste for this form of architecture and incorporated into theirs later on. The Romans however were very inventive, and began to develop the arch, vault and dome to add to what they emulated from the Greeks. Using these elements the Romans built what is known as the Coliseum, built over a 10 year span from around 70 AD to 80 AD. The Coliseum was said to hold 50,000 spectators and was used for entertainment
The gladiator’s world was a Roman world. According to tradition, Rome was founded on April 21, 753 B.C. The legend says that Romulus and Remus were the twin sons of the war god, Mars. As infants, they were abandoned in a basket by the River Tiber. There they were found by a she-wolf, who carried them back to her den and protected and nurtured them until they were old enough to survive on their own.1
The Colosseum, one of Rome’s most famous structures, is located east of the Roman Forum in Piazza del Colosseo in Rome, Italy. As a gift to the Roman people, Emperor Vespasian of the Flavian dynasty commissioned the Colosseum around AD 70-72. Titus, Emperor Vespasian’s son and successor, opened it officially in AD 80. The Colosseum is able to hold roughly 50,000 spectators, making it the largest amphitheater in Rome. The Colosseum is a symbol of how advanced Romans were in architecture and building. This monument represents strength, power, cruelty and violence. Thousands of people, most commonly criminals and professional fighters, even animals, have been killed inside the walls of the Colosseum.
The Colosseum is the mammoth amphitheater worked in Rome under the Flavian rulers. Improvement of the Colosseum was begun eventually between AD 70 and 72 in the midst of the control of Vespasian. It is discovered just east of the Palatine Hill, on the grounds of what was Nero's Golden House. The domain underneath the Colosseum was known as the Hypogeum (which implies underground). The hypogeum involved the two-level underground arrangement of entries and 32 animal pens. It had 80 vertical shafts which gave minute access to the field for animals and view.
This was a brilliant calculated political gesture to get rid Nero’s memory with a monument dedicated to public entertainment rather than private imperial luxury. Martial, a Roman poet during the Flavian dynasty, wrote in On the Spectacles that the “lofty scaffolding rises in the middle of the road, once gleamed the odious halls of a cruel monarch, and in all Rome there stood a single house. Where rises before our eyes the august pile of the Amphitheater, was once Nero’s lake… Rome has been restored to herself, and under your rule…the pleasances that belonged to a master now belong to the people.” The choosing of this placement was a way for Vespasian to right the wrong in which Nero had angered the Roman people. Vespasian returned the land to the Roman people. Although by the Middle Ages the structure was known as the Colosseum, the name comes from a statue that the Flavian dynast left up just outside of the amphitheatre. This statue was originally Nero, called ‘The Colosssus,’ however Vespasian had the head changed to that of the sun god, Apollo. While Vespasian at the time discredited Nero, yet in the end Nero helped shape and create a name for the monument meant to disgrace him. Vespasian had various factors in his favor in asserting his
Tickets to the Colosseum were often free. The 5,000 plus Ancient Romans filing in for a show still followed a formal seating plan. In the modern day, workers restoring the famous landmark recently discovered traces of red painted letters and numbers engraved overhead the Colosseum’s entry gates to help event attenders find their allocated seats. The Colosseum has 4 diverse tiers. The 1st tier, called the Podium (meaning place of honour), was held in reserve for the most significant Romans including; the Emperor, the Vestal Virgins, key priests and members of the Roman Government including the Roman Senators. The Podium was like a flat platform measuring 15ft in width. The second Tier, called Maenianum primum, was seating allocated specifically
The city of Rome delivers rich culture, influential architecture, and beautiful scenery that collectively demonstrate a course of great history and a prominent civilization. There are various structures from Imperial Rome that are highly recognized and mentioned within artistic research. Some examples include the Pantheon, Basilica Ulpia, Flavian Amphitheater, Arch of Titus, and Column of Trajan. Also referred to as Trajan’s Column, the iconic sculpture retains a prestigious appearance as it’s shown with characteristics of empowering height and intricate detail (Fig. 1). When analyzing such a remarkable piece of artwork one should consider the different elements that pertain to the subject matter and historical context. With that in mind, this paper presents the argument that the column is not only a portrayal of the Dacian Wars but also a funerary monument, paradigm of military inspiration, and tribute to Trajan’s reign.
The Colosseum is one of the most well-known structures in Rome, Italy. The Colosseum was built almost two thousand years ago to host games for gladiators. The Colosseum provided for entertainment for the Romans, a form of punishment for those who did not obey the laws, and a place of great architectural beauty.
Rome, Italy’s capital, is a stretched, city with nearly 3,000 years of influential art, architecture and culture written to share to the world. Ancient Rome was one of the most advanced societies in its time. Ancient Roman culture lasted a long time in the history of the civilization of Ancient Rome. ancient Rome was a joint of the city of Rome which a lot of the activity’s happen. Ancient Rome is known for the prominent Colosseum which is the largest amphitheater ever built. , the , and the Pantheon.The Roman Pantheon is the most maintained and dominant buildings of ancient Rome. It is a Roman temple dedicated to all the gods of ancient Rome. The city also had many other theaters, gymnasiums, and many taverns. most of the population in Rome lived in
The Roman Colosseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, is perhaps the most famous ancient landmark in the world. The Colosseum was the host to thousands of gladiatorial shows, mock naval battles, executions, and animal hunts. Today, the Colosseum still stands in the center of Rome, Italy, however, not quite as it used to be. Still, today, the Roman Colosseum is a large tourist attraction, thousands of tourists from all over the world still come to view this marveled arena. The Roman Colosseum has a rich history, and remains a prized possession of the Roman citizens.