Far from mere aesthetic nostalgia, Rococo Revival paintings functioned as deliberate status symbols, reflecting the tastes and aspirations of Europe’s aristocracy and emerging bourgeois elite.
Born around 461 CE, Romulus Augustulus was a mere teenager when his father, Orestes, a Roman general, installed him as emperor in 475 CE, sidelining the legitimate ruler, Julius Nepos. However, his reign was short-lived. In 476 CE, Odoacer led a revolt against Orestes, who had reneged on promises to grant land to his mercenary troops. Orestes was captured and executed, and Romulus Augustulus was compelled to abdicate.
Herodotus and Thucydides are often seen as the two foundational historians of ancient Greece, and their differing approaches to the writing of history have been the subject of much scholarly debate.
The Pantheon in Rome. Photo by Jean-Christophe Benoist, CC BY 2.5 The secret behind the durability of Roman architecture has long fascinated scientists and historians. From the iconic Roman buildings that dot the landscapes of Italy to structures scattered across the former Roman Empire, the construction techniques the Romans developed have allowed their monuments to […]
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