One of the most important monuments of Imperial Rome and at the same time one of the most poorly understood; the Column of Marcus Aurelius has long stood in the shadow of the Column of Trajan. In The Column of Marcus Aurelius; Martin Beckmann makes a thorough study of the form; content; and meaning of this infrequently studied monument. Beckmann employs a new approach to the column; one that focuses on the process of its creation and construction; to uncover the cultural significance of the column to the Romans of the late second century A.D. Using clues from ancient sources and from the monument itself; this book traces the creative process step by step from the first decision to build the monument through the processes of planning and construction to the final carving of the columns relief decoration. The conclusions challenge many of the widely held assumptions about the value of the columns 700-foot-long frieze as a historical source. By reconstructing the creative process of the columns sculpture; Beckmann opens up numerous new paths of analysis not only to the Column of Marcus Aurelius but also to Roman imperial art and architecture in general.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Wonderful for low-key learning growingBy TwlbIve had this book for several years. recommended it to friends. and bought two as gifts. Its a great way to "play" with art - really learning and stretching your creativity (no paint by numbers stuff here). but all in fun. low-pressure ways. Great to do with a friend. I especially recommend this for anyone who has been out of art for a while and wants to test the waters again.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Dory Kanter presents color theory in an easy to understand way.By CAM1982Art Escapes is a very nice book containing a number of ideas and exercises to get your creative juices flowing. Chapter 6 presents color theory in a way that made sense to myself and several fellow artists. Dory Kanter states "triads have personality" then goes on to explain. She presents the full triad. the water triad. the sun triad and the earth triad. She explains each of the triads in more detail.I purchased the book mostly for Chapter 6 but as read the book. I am being inspired to try some things that are "out of the box" for me. You will be encouraged to have a little fun and venture outside your personal "box" after reading this little book.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Okay book for journalist ideas...By J. JenkinsBought this based on a review by another art journalist. She raved about it but it was just okay for me. To each their own...
