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Arch of Titus. Rome. Italy
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Arch of Titus. Rome. Italy
Roman Art. Arch of Titus. Erected in the year 81 to commemorate the conquest of Titus against the Jews. It features carved scenes of the conquest and subsequent destruction of Jerusalem (AD 70). Via Sacra. Roman Forum. Rome. Italy
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Archway Capital Capitals Commemorate Commemorating Commemorative Conquest Corinthian Cornice Dedication Destruction Domitian Forum Inscription Jerusalem Jews Letter Marble Pentelic Romans Sack Sacra Siege Titus Triumph Triumphal Victory Volute Honorific
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1. Title: Arch of Titus in Rome: A Triumphant Testament to Ancient Conquest and Destruction 2.. The Arch of Titus, a magnificent architectural masterpiece located in the Roman Forum, stands as a testament to the power and grandeur of the Roman Empire during the 1st century AD. Erected in the year 81, this arch was commissioned by Emperor Domitian to commemorate the military triumph of his predecessor, Titus, over the Jews in the year 70 AD. The Arch of Titus is a prime example of Corinthian architecture, with intricately carved capitals, cornices, and volutes adorning its facade. The Arch's most notable features are the reliefs carved into its marble walls, which depict scenes from the Jewish-Roman War and the subsequent sack of Jerusalem. These reliefs showcase the Romans' military prowess and the spoils of war, including the menorah, which was said to have been taken from the Second Temple in Jerusalem. The inscription on the arch reads "SENATUS POPULOSQUE ROMANOS," or "The Senate and the Roman People," emphasizing the honorific nature of the monument. The Arch of Titus, located on Via Sacra, has stood the test of time, enduring for over 2,000 years. It is a reminder of the ancient Roman Empire's military conquests and the cultural exchange that occurred between the Romans and the peoples they conquered. The Arch of Titus is a must-see for anyone interested in ancient history, art, or architecture, and is a true masterpiece of the Roman Empire's rich and complex past. 3. Keywords: Arch of Titus, Rome, Italy, Roman Art, 1st century AD, 70 AD, Titus, Conquest, Jerusalem, Via Sacra, Roman Forum, Roman Empire, Emperor, Domitian, Marble, Corinthian, Architecture, Capitals, Cornice, Inscription, Pentelic, Triumph, Sack, Siege, Victory, Volute.
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