Do you think writers like Vergil or Ovid were ever entirely free to write what they wished-Why or why not?

This is a short essay question for an exam, so there is no need for citations. Think about both the sorts of evidence used and what that evidence tells us about the ancient Romans. In your answer, provide an example or two but do not worry about covering everything. And this is the promp: Some […]

Who were the patrons for particular works of art-architecture-How did the relationship with the artist or architect function?

Patronage in the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Centuries Art and income have been inextricably connected for centuries. Unless the artist possesses independent financial means, who will pay for the creative person’s expenses while she or he works? That question especially loomed in Fourteenth- and Fifteenth-Century Europe. You’ve looked at art and architecture from these centuries, but […]