A platform for research: civil engineering, architecture and urbanism
A platform for research: civil engineering, architecture and urbanism
Architect and Patron
Roman architecture was eclectic and was characterized by differing styles that can be attributed to regional tastes, materials, and tradition as well as to the diverse preferences of a wide range of patrons who commissioned and paid for buildings. Roman monuments were designed to serve the needs of their patrons rather than to express the artistic ability of their architects and designers. While the evidence for Roman architects is scattered and often fragmentary, that for their patrons is extensive and covers the full range of building dedications from the entire Roman Empire. The available evidence comes from a wide variety of ancient historical and literary sources, Latin and Greek inscriptions, and archaeology.
Architect and Patron
Roman architecture was eclectic and was characterized by differing styles that can be attributed to regional tastes, materials, and tradition as well as to the diverse preferences of a wide range of patrons who commissioned and paid for buildings. Roman monuments were designed to serve the needs of their patrons rather than to express the artistic ability of their architects and designers. While the evidence for Roman architects is scattered and often fragmentary, that for their patrons is extensive and covers the full range of building dedications from the entire Roman Empire. The available evidence comes from a wide variety of ancient historical and literary sources, Latin and Greek inscriptions, and archaeology.
Architect and Patron
Ulrich, Roger B. (editor) / Quenemoen, Caroline K. (editor) / Anderson, James C. jr. (author)
A Companion to Roman Architecture ; 127-139
2013-10-28
13 pages
Article/Chapter (Book)
Electronic Resource
English