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Unknown Maker, Roman

Fragment of a black and red wall

Description

Maker

Unknown Maker, Roman

Culture

Roman

Title

Fragment of a black and red wall

Year

14-37 CE

Medium

  • Fresco and lime painting

Materials/Techniques

Techniques

  • Fresco and lime painting

Materials

tempera

Geography

From a villa near Fondo Bottaro

Dimensions

97.2 x 246.4 cm (38 1/4 x 97 inches)

Credit / Object Number

Credit

Museum Appropriation Fund

Object Number

38.058.5B

Type

  • Paintings

Projects & Publications

Publications

Pub_ID 638 Roman Paintings and Mosaics v_01.jpg
  • Books

Roman Paintings and Mosaics: Catalogue of the Classical Collection

Catalogue of the classical collection ; 5

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Exhibition History

Exhibition History

Weiss Ancient Art Gallery
Sep 22, 2010
Ancient Greek and Roman Galleries
Sep 22, 2010

Label copy

In Ancient Rome it was common for elite citizens to use decorative elements, such as wall paintings and mosaics, as a means to display their wealth and culture within the domestic setting. Like the other fragments on this wall, this painting was once part of a much larger wall fresco, possibly from a dining room (triclinium). In this panel, elongated columns, candelabra, and floral motifs are used to create the illusion of three-dimensional space. This visual manipulation exaggerated the size of the room and created a dramatic atmosphere ideally suited for the luxurious dining banquets hosted by the elite.

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Tombstone

Unknown Maker, Roman
Fragment of a black and red wall, 14-37 CE
Fresco and lime painting
97.2 x 246.4 cm (38 1/4 x 97 inches)
Museum Appropriation Fund 38.058.5B

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