Sociology 2205A/B Lecture 7: FEB 7 Lecture.docx
25 Feb 2015
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Images of emperors in glass: obvious recognition of children as the future of the empires, focus on children, birth rate was not what people wanted, various periods that the senatorial class did not reproduce. Decorative glasswork: artistic continuity, strong preoccupation with marine life, lots of seafood in the making displayed on walls, made into plates, etc. Mosaic bowl made from different pieces of glass. Mosaic glass plaque that reflects roman contact with other cultures: representation of the apis bull egyptian religion. Theatrical motifs represented mask of dionysus: theatre is a powerful idea, decorations that reflect actors, acting, and plays are not uncommon. Roman mosaics: sort of design made up of little pieces of colored stones, can be floor or wall panels vatican museum, standard ancient motifs. Herculaneum: house of mosaic of neptune and amphitirite. Image of craftsman coming to the house: creating a mosaic floor, slow but interesting work. Woman painting picture: female painter, glimpse into women.
