Mimicking ‘marble’ in Roman Mosaics in Conímbriga (Condeixa-a-Velha – Portugal) Discovered Between 1938 and 1941 in the Time of Professor Vergílio Correia (1888-1944): A Reflection
Abstract
Mosaic that imitates marble, which is the subject of this reflection, is evidence that takes us back to the stylistic currents of several periods of the Roman Era. The representation of this ornamental rock containing rudists harks back to remote geological periods of the Earth’s history. In addition, the way the mosaicist goes about his work, choosing the most elaborate geometric motifs and imitating a kind of ornamental rock with a ‘fossil signature’, reveals contacts, influences and technical resources that only a College of Arts can provide. This museological action is an initiative of the Movement to Promote the Candidature of Conímbriga for inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage List, under the programme to link up Conímbriga, Alcabideque, Chão de Lamas, Rabaçal, Santiago da Guarda and Tomar in a single area of interest. This initiative is the outcome of local, national, international and intergenerational cooperation, on a volunteer basis.
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Details
Primary Language
Turkish
Subjects
Archaeology
Journal Section
Research Article
Authors
Miguel Pessoa
This is me
Publication Date
December 31, 2016
Submission Date
March 11, 2015
Acceptance Date
November 10, 2016
Published in Issue
Year 2016 Number: 9