The Augustus Of Prima Porta Flashcards
1
Q
What is the version of the prima ports that exists now ?
A
A marble copy made for his Wife Livia in 20BC
2
Q
Where would it of been displayed ?
A
Twin of prima ports which sat on the main northern road into rome
3
Q
Who was the prima porta commissioned by?
A
The senate in honour of Augustus
4
Q
What is it made out of ?
A
Marble
5
Q
What is it’s significance ?
A
Excellent example of how Augustus wished to be seen by the Roman people
