Analyzing the Column of Trajan
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The city of Rome delivers rich culture, influential architecture, and beautiful scenery that collectively demonstrate a course of great history and a prominent civilization. There are various structures from Imperial Rome that are highly recognized and mentioned within artistic research. Some examples include the Pantheon, Basilica Ulpia, Flavian Amphitheater, Arch of Titus, and Column of Trajan. Also referred to as Trajan’s Column, the iconic sculpture retains a prestigious appearance as it’s shown with characteristics of empowering height and intricate detail (Fig. 1). When analyzing such a remarkable piece of artwork one should consider the different elements that pertain to the subject matter and historical context. With that in mind, this paper presents the argument that the column is not only a portrayal of the Dacian Wars but also a funerary monument, paradigm of military inspiration, and tribute to Trajan’s reign.
Before addressing the column’s physical attributes it’s important to discuss the significance of the closely related landmarks that surround it. According to author Marilyn Stokstad, “The last and largest Imperial Forum was built by Trajan about 110-113 CE and finished under Hadrian about 117 CE on a large piece of property next to the earlier forums of Augustus and Julius Caesar” (Stokstad 191). At the north end of the courtyard was a closed off section from a building referred to as the Basilica Ulpia (Fig. 2). It was created in c. 112 CE and named after the family which Trajan had been a part of. The basilica was a long, spacious structure measured 385 feet long (without the apes included) and 182 feet wide that was mainly used for government related purposes (Stokstad 192). There were also two libraries behi...
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...ortant such as the development of the economy. In addition to the respect given to Trajan there was a level of respect that was owed to the Roman government and its own members of society as well. With these standards employed, it ensured that the people of Rome would realize that they were representing the city in which they lived.
In conclusion, there are various opinions as to what the column was built for and how it was supposed to engage its viewers. Many say it was simply constructed as architecture while others say it was utilized as propaganda. Either way there was a reason for its creation, physical design, and designated location. As mentioned in the beginning and argued throughout this piece, Trajan’s Column is not only a portrayal of the Dacian Wars but also a funerary monument, paradigm of military inspiration, and tribute to Trajan’s reign.
In this essay, the author
- Argues that trajan's column is a funerary monument, paradigm of military inspiration, and tribute to his reign.
- Explains that the imperial forum was built by trajan about 110-113 ce and finished under hadrian about 117 ce on a large piece of property next to the earlier forums of augustus and julius caesar
- Argues that apollodorus and his engineers didn't intend on creating such a complicated sculpture just to show remembrance of trajan.
- Argues that trajan's column is a funerary monument, paradigm of military inspiration, and tribute to his reign.
- Explains that the imperial forum was built by trajan about 110-113 ce and finished under hadrian about 117 ce on a large piece of property next to the earlier forums of augustus and julius caesar
- Argues that apollodorus and his engineers didn't intend on creating such a complicated sculpture just to show remembrance of trajan.
- Explains that the column is a memorialization of trajan's victories in the dacian campaigns, and that there aren't many existing architectural structures that recount the historic event.
- Explains that trajan's column is known for its representation of roman military victory, but it also serves as a funerary monument in which commemoration is bestowed.
- Explains that in roman times a funerary monument was constructed to carry out an ongoing memory of most rulers and historical figures.
- Analyzes how the roman empire views its own military force as dominant and their enemies weak through self-glorification. the column lessens brutal combat and bloodshed by focusing on the success of their military.
- Analyzes how trajan's column is a tool of motivation that reflects the courageous soldiers who put their lives at stake while fighting.
- Analyzes how the column is stationed at such an impressive height to symbolize his high rank and length of achievements. the spiraling story of images forces viewers to consider each and every figure carved on the relief.
- Analyzes how the column represents trajan's influence on the city’s rise as an empire, and the respect owed to the roman government and its members of society.
- Concludes that trajan's column is a funerary monument, paradigm of military inspiration, and tribute to his reign.
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- Explains that the greeks and romans' cultures were similar in that they paid tribute to their gods, and were a devoted spiritual group of people. they were innovative in the construction of these buildings.
- Concludes that the temples of ancient greek and roman times epitomize the similarities and differences of these two cultures.
481 wordsRead More - Augustus Caesar and the Roman Empireanalytical essayIn the antique land of Rome, a shattered visage of a man lies. This statue, in frigid stone, represents a man who built one of the most formidable empires in human history, all while setting the course for its eventual downfall. As the morning sun rises over the horizon in a blaze of glory, the statue illuminates and reveals the somewhat melancholic ivy as it slowly envelops the forgotten emperor. Beside the statue, hanging on a ruined stone wall, is a painting of the city that once stood tall and proud. The painting depicts a beautiful scene that shows a joyous crowd watching in awe as colossal wooden galleons triumphantly enter the city on a river. You stare into the painting and as you look deeper you find yourself transported back in time to an Empire long since lost.
In this essay, the author
- Analyzes how the statue depicts a man who built one of the most formidable empires in human history, setting the course for its eventual downfall.
- Analyzes how the emperor is arrogant and proud of his accomplishments. he is respectful to the hierarchy of senators and others who could be a potential threat to his rule.
- Analyzes how time marches on and behind the wall of the painting lies nothing but ruin. there are no marble arches and no lighthouses, no colossal galleons or crowds to greet victorious soldiers.
- Analyzes how the statue depicts a man who built one of the most formidable empires in human history, setting the course for its eventual downfall.
- Analyzes how the emperor is arrogant and proud of his accomplishments. he is respectful to the hierarchy of senators and others who could be a potential threat to his rule.
- Analyzes how time marches on and behind the wall of the painting lies nothing but ruin. there are no marble arches and no lighthouses, no colossal galleons or crowds to greet victorious soldiers.
- Describes how the ruins of what was once the centre of this ruined empire glow in the morning light. temples have crumbled to dust, leaving only the foundations on which they once stood.
601 wordsRead More - Marcus Ulpius Trajan Achievementsanalytical essayDuring Trajan’s rule, the Roman Empire reached its peak of power; territories were largely expanded, vast building programs were put into place, and social welfare among the roman people were a top priority. The era was known as the height of Roman Prosperity. The Trajan complex was created by Apollodorus Damascus, the most famous architect of that era whom Trajan trusted for his projects, and who oversaw its construction in entirety. Trajan was much beloved by the citizens of Rome who often called him the Optimus Princeps or “the best first citizen” representing his popularity among the empire for his accomplishments and general fairness among his citizens. The Forum of Trajan depicts Trajan as a strong and ideal leader in the city of Rome and within the Roman because it was a gift to the city and citizens and as well as its ornate architecture, symbols of his military
In this essay, the author
- Explains that marcus ulpius traianus, better known as trajan, was born in italica, baetica, and was the first emperor of rome to be born outside of italy.
- Explains that trajan came into power during a period referred to as "the five good emperors"; he was the second emperor of these great five.
- Describes trajan's most historical accomplishments, including the building of the trazan forum, which was built by apollodorus damascus and depicts him as a strong and ideal leader in rome.
- Explains that marcus ulpius traianus, better known as trajan, was born in italica, baetica, and was the first emperor of rome to be born outside of italy.
- Explains that trajan came into power during a period referred to as "the five good emperors"; he was the second emperor of these great five.
- Describes trajan's most historical accomplishments, including the building of the trazan forum, which was built by apollodorus damascus and depicts him as a strong and ideal leader in rome.
- Explains that the forum of trajan was a multipurpose centrally located open area surrounded by many public buildings, and paid tribute to the successes of their famed emperor.
- Analyzes how apollodorus of damascus showcased his talents throughout the many key points of the forum of trajan with his unprecedented detail and storytelling.
- Describes how trajan expanded the roman empire to the east during his nineteen-year reign. he fought with dignity and respect for those he conquered.
- Analyzes how trajan gifted rome with places of unity, welcoming any and all of his people. his expansion of the roman empire portrayed him as a strong, brave, and imperialistic ruler.
1497 wordsRead More - The Column Antoninus Piusanalytical essayConsequentially, the Column of Antoninus Pius is a commemorative column for the deification of Antoninus Pius and Faustina the Elder, after their deaths. The column itself was undecorated which was different from a previous commemorative column, such as Trajan’s; the column is lost to history however the base still tells its story. The decursio depicts the importance to the Romans of the deification and funerary rites of the imperial couple. The apotheosis sense depicts Rome’s imperial supremacy, their god’s, and the authority of Rome itself. Culturally and artistically this piece of work helps viewers see the ascent of a god and the ceremony that it requires all the while viewing different style within the same work, classical and unconventional styles.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that the column of antoninus pius was a roman triumphal column dedicated to honor the roman emperor and his wife faustina the elder by his successors. the base expresses iconography that art historians are studying and interpreting today.
- Analyzes how the decursio sides represent antoninus pius' deification and funerary rites. they break from the traditional classical style by depicting stocky human forms and using two types of perspective.
- Analyzes how the apotheosis delineates antoninus pius and faustina the elder transcending into gods. the male figure in the lower left portion is a representation of campus martius.
- Explains that the column of antoninus pius was a roman triumphal column dedicated to honor the roman emperor and his wife faustina the elder by his successors. the base expresses iconography that art historians are studying and interpreting today.
- Analyzes how the decursio sides represent antoninus pius' deification and funerary rites. they break from the traditional classical style by depicting stocky human forms and using two types of perspective.
- Analyzes how the apotheosis delineates antoninus pius and faustina the elder transcending into gods. the male figure in the lower left portion is a representation of campus martius.
- Analyzes how the apotheosis of antoninus and faustina encompassed the classical style. the symbolism and personification were used throughout the piece.
- Analyzes how the apotheosis sense embodies rome's classical style with forms of beauty intertwined with emblematic and personification characteristics.
- Explains that the column of antoninus pius is a commemorative column for the deification and funerary rites of the imperial couple.
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