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Art History
12th Grade
12/01/2009

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Term
podium
Definition
Raised nature of Etruscan/Roman temples. Worshippers must enter temple by steps and in a specific direction.
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cellae
Definition
Inner room/sanctuary of Roman temple, usually where the main statue is located.
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tumulus
Definition
above ground Etruscan tomb
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veristic
Definition
high realism in art
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oculus
Definition
hole at top of hemispheric dome (Pantheon: "Eye of Jupiter")
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coffers
Definition
indentations on inside of hemispheric dome (Pantheon) that alleviate the overhead weight of dome
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pseudoperipteral
Definition
building with freestanding columns in the front and columns on the side engaged with the wall
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incrustation
Definition

1st style of Roman painting

 

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architectural style
Definition

2nd style of Roman painting

the outlining and decorative detailing of the physical architecture of a room.

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