Roman architecture in Provence
By: James C. Anderson, jr
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2013
Place of publication: Cambridge
Language: eng
Number of pages: 291
ISBN-13: 9780521825207
Subjects: Cities and towns; Roman Architecture; ART / History / Ancient & Classical
Description: "This book provides a survey of the architecture and urbanism of Provence during the Roman era. Provence, or "Gallia Narbonensis" as the Romans called it, was one of the earliest Roman colonies in Western Europe. In this book, James C. Anderson, jr. examines the layout and planning of towns in the region, both those founded by the Romans and those redeveloped from native settlements. He provides an in-depth study of the chronology, dating, and remains of every type of Roman building for which there is evidence in Provence. The stamp of Roman civilization is apparent today in such cities as Orange, Nimes, and Arles, where spectacular remains of bridges, theaters, fora, and temples attest to the sophisticated civilization that existed in this area during the imperial period and late antiquity. This book focuses on the remains of buildings that can still be seen, exploring decorative elements and their influence from Rome and local traditions, as well as their functions within the urban environment"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Machine generated contents note: 1. Historical overview: Roman Provence 'Provincia Nostra'; 2. The cities, suburbs, and towns of Roman Provence; 3. Roman architectural forms in Provence; 4. A brief conclusion.