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  • Essay / Propaganda Through Time - 657

    The transition from Roman paganism to the Judeo-Christian empires of the medieval period led to changes in many things. One thing that has remained constant is the idea of ​​control using art and architecture. Roman and Judeo-Christian cultures used this concept of propaganda, but in many cases they used different materials and symbols. Additionally, they both described the interaction between humans and animals or between humans and nature in different ways. In creating propaganda, the materials used play an important role in the message sent. The material used should convey something of strength and longevity, as this is the sign of a good leader. This is seen in propaganda dating back to the Arkadian civilization in the Akkadian ruler, 2250-2200 BC, in cast bronze up to the Romans in the Augustus of Primaporta, 20 BC, marble copy of the bronze original, 6'8" tall, Roman sculpture. These pieces are originally made or crafted from cast bronze, a strong, durable metal capable of surviving for many years. The Romans also built large monuments that serve as propaganda, such as the Arch of Titus, Rome, 81 AD, Roman Arch of Triumph This arch is made of concrete, a strong building material that can last a long time and allow the projection of the idea that the leader by which it has. was created is or was a strong leader whose influence will last as long as the monument itself Some Christian propaganda uses this example as the Carolingian sculpture of Charlemagne, 800, in bronze, 9 inches high, which like the coins. Arkadian and Roman previously mentioned, is made of bronze, which is important because Charlemagne looked to Rome, particularly Constantine as his predecessor. Additionally, the use of bronze is important to communicate its ...... middle of paper ...... adorned with the symbols of the gods and goddess of Roman mythology and is supported by Cupid, a god who 'Auguste claimed to be related to. All symbols used to represent Augustus not only as a strong military and political leader, but also to show that his power comes from the gods. Much like the statue of Augustus, Judeo-Christian emperors used symbols to represent their power. An example of this is Otto III receiving a tribute, dedication page, Aachen Gospels of Otto, German, 997-1000 AD, Ottonian illuminated manuscript, which shows Otto III an Ottonian emperor who is depicted holding a Lascaux, which serves as his staff of power. and an orb that shows he has control over the Christian world. He is also dressed in gold and purple, two colors that represent wealth and royalty. Additionally, he is surrounded by military and religious figures who represent his pillars of power..