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Characteristics of Roman Architecture 3. The Use of Circle and Curved Forms Coliseum

Characteristics of Roman Architecture 3. The Use of Circle and Curved Forms Theatre of Marcellus

Famous Building

Coliseum Function: Sports and Entertainment

built during the reign of Emperor Vespasiano in 72 AD 160ft tall holding a large amount of 50,000 spectators. The main events that took place in the Coliseum were gladiatorial fights, and wild animal hunts. Coliseum

Iconic building served as Arena for Gladiators Coliseum

Pantheon Function: Religous

K With the dome, the Romans could surpass earlier cultures by their ability to span space. K Light enters through the oculus on top. Pantheon

Painting by Giovanni Paolo Pannini (18c) Pantheon

Roman Forum Function: Politics/ Government

Roman Forum

Roman Theatre Function: Entertainment

Amphitheatre Function: Entertainment Capacity:

Circus Maximus Function: Sports/ Entertainment Capacity:

Circus Maximus

Arch of Titus Function: Victory Gate

Arch of Constantine Function: Victory Gate

Arch of Constantine Function: Victory Gate