What are the reliefs on the Ara Pacis Augustae?
The east and west sides of the Ara Pacis Augustae in Rome, Italy each bears two main reliefs, although the reliefs themselves have survived to differing degrees. The interpretation of the reliefs has been the subject of scholarly debate.
Why was the Ara Pacis Augustae built?
Voted by Sena to , the Ara Pacis Augustae or Altar of Peace of Augustus was built to celebrate the return of the Emperor from his campaigns in Spain and Gaul and is decorated in profusion. All the work, including the reliefs, would originally have been richly painted in color and with touches of gilding.
Who is Ara Pacis Augustae?
A member of the Priestly college (association) of Septemviri epulones, carries an incense box, processional scene (north side), Ara Pacis Augustae (AAltar of Augustan Peace) 9 B.C.E. (Ara Pacis Museum, Rome) (photo: Steven Zucker, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0)
Where did the Ara Pacis come from?
The first fragments of the Ara Pacis emerged in 1568 beneath Rome’s Palazzo Chigi near the basilica of San Lorenzo in Lucina. These initial fragments came to be dispersed among various museums, including the Villa Medici, the Vatican Museums, the Louvre, and the Uffizi.
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