Instructions
Write 1200 words on research on Augustus of Prima Porta.
Topic: research on Augustus of Prima Porta
1200 word research on Augustus of Prima Porta. It cannot include research from encyclopedias and must explain who the artist or architect is, the civilization and the time period it represents. It should also explain why it was created, and the mediums used to create it. Also, how it reflects the values of the civilization that created it.
1,200 narrative word count ( your essay minus citation and bibliography) paper on the art or architecture you chose. Your paper should answer the following questions. Please cut and paste this entire question at the beginning of your essay above your introduction paragraph and make sure you address each element of the question in your essay:
"Examine your chosen piece of art or architecture carefully.
Please answer all of the below questions about your piece.
1) What is the title of the piece and who is the artist or architect (if possible)?
2) What civilization and what time period does this art represent?
3) Why was the piece created and what medium(s) were used in its creation?
4)How does this piece of art or architecture reflect the values of the civilization that created it?"
Purpose of the Assignment:
This assignment is designed to give you an interdisciplinary approach to understanding history. People produced much more than written documents throughout history. Humans have long created art, even before they developed into civilizations. Artistic representations reflect the beliefs, customs, norms, mores, and social structures of people, though sometimes it takes time to understand what is being conveyed by a piece of art. By looking closely, we get a visual representation of the people and societies that existed in the past. By studying the visual remnants of the past, it also gives students the opportunity to tap into different learning styles and concepts.