Beauty and Function
The Romans introduced many useful and ingenious elements to the countries and societies that they conquered - such as, roads, schools, aqueducts and lots of architectural features.
The Ancient Romans and Pompeian's built structures in Pompeii in guidance of two things; beauty and function. There are many
For example, the columns all around the roman forum and temples are made of cement bricks and stone. The columns either covered in a thin layer of marble or painted to look like marble. This reduced the cost of them and the weight of them but also kept the visual appeal that solid marble provides.
The Ancient Romans and Pompeian's built structures in Pompeii in guidance of two things; beauty and function. There are many
For example, the columns all around the roman forum and temples are made of cement bricks and stone. The columns either covered in a thin layer of marble or painted to look like marble. This reduced the cost of them and the weight of them but also kept the visual appeal that solid marble provides.
InventionStreet Fountains
Marble columns actually made out of wood |
FormDecorated with beautiful carvings and marble.
Beautiful and reflective of the sun making the location brighter and more stylish.
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FunctionRepresents the name of the street and gives water to the people, donkeys and horses.
Made of cement and stone bricks but thinly covered in marble or painted to look like marble marble. Makes the columns lighter and less expensive.
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