JOURNAL ARTICLE

TERRACOTTA STATUE OF A ROMAN GLADIATOR.

  • Published In: All About History, 2024, n. 149. P. 17 1 of 3

  • Database: History Reference Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Staniforth, Emily; McKelvie, Callum; Gordon, Jonathan 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the significance of gladiators in Roman art and society, focusing on a terracotta statue of a Roman gladiator, specifically a secutor. Gladiators were popular throughout the Roman Empire and were depicted in various forms of art, showcasing the widespread nature of gladiatorial combat. The statue is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York, purchased in 1910 using funds donated by Jacob S Rogers. The article also highlights the use of terracotta as a prevalent material in Roman art and craftsmanship. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:All About History. 2024/12, Issue 149, p17
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:2052-5877
  • Accession Number:180438508
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