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Twelve Caesars: Images Of Power From The Ancient World To The Modern (The A. W. Mellon Lectures In The Fine Arts, 60),New
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From the bestselling author of SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome, the fascinating story of how images of Roman autocrats have influenced art, culture, and the representation of power for more than 2,000 yearsWhat does the face of power look like? Who gets commemorated in art and why? And how do we react to statues of politicians we deplore? In this bookagainst a background of todays sculpture warsMary Beard tells the story of how for more than two millennia portraits of the rich, powerful, and famous in the western world have been shaped by the image of Roman emperors, especially the Twelve Caesars, from the ruthless Julius Caesar to the flytorturing Domitian. Twelve Caesars asks why these murderous autocrats have loomed so large in art from antiquity and the Renaissance to today, when hapless leaders are still caricatured as Neros fiddling while Rome burns.Beginning with the importance of imperial portraits in Roman politics, this richly illustrated book offers a tour through 2,000 years of art and cultural history, presenting a fresh look at works by artists from Memling and Mantegna to the nineteenthcentury American sculptor Edmonia Lewis, as well as by generations of weavers, cabinetmakers, silversmiths, printers, and ceramicists. Rather than a story of a simple repetition of stable, blandly conservative images of imperial men and women, Twelve Caesars is an unexpected tale of changing identities, clueless or deliberate misidentifications, fakes, and often ambivalent representations of authority.From Beards reconstruction of Titians extraordinary lost Room of the Emperors to her reinterpretation of Henry VIIIs famous Caesarian tapestries, Twelve Caesars includes fascinating detective work and offers a gripping story of some of the most challenging and disturbing portraits of power ever created.Published in association with the Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts, National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Twelve Caesars'? A: 'Twelve Caesars' explores how the images of Roman autocrats have influenced art and culture over the past 2,000 years, examining the representation of power in various artistic forms.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Twelve Caesars'? A: The book is authored by Mary Beard, a renowned historian and classicist known for her insightful commentary on ancient Rome.
- Q: When was 'Twelve Caesars' published? A: 'Twelve Caesars' was published on September 12, 2023.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Twelve Caesars' have? A: This edition of 'Twelve Caesars' is a paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Twelve Caesars' contain? A: 'Twelve Caesars' consists of 392 pages.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers will gain insights into the historical significance of imperial portraits, the evolution of artistic representation, and the cultural impact of the Twelve Caesars across centuries.
- Q: Is 'Twelve Caesars' suitable for academic research? A: Yes, 'Twelve Caesars' is published in association with the Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts, making it a valuable resource for academic research on art and cultural history.
- Q: Are there illustrations included in 'Twelve Caesars'? A: Yes, the book is richly illustrated, providing visual context to the discussions of art and portraits throughout history.
- Q: What historical periods does 'Twelve Caesars' cover? A: 'Twelve Caesars' covers a span of over 2,000 years, from ancient Rome to the modern era, including the Renaissance and contemporary interpretations of power.
- Q: Can 'Twelve Caesars' be enjoyed by general readers? A: Absolutely, 'Twelve Caesars' is written in an engaging style accessible to general readers interested in history, art, and culture.