Ephesus
Title
Ephesus
Publisher
Lawrence Technological University
Date Created
January 20, 2017
Alternative Title or Name
Terrace House
Creator2
Allen, Will (photograph)
Work Type
Visual Works
Date
2015
Work Location
Turkey (nation)
Ephesus (deserted settlement)
Style/Period
Imperial (Roman)
Subject
frescoes (paintings)
putti (motifs)
terrace houses
Description
Detail view of fresco depicting a cherub [putto] at one of the Terrace Houses at Ephesus, Turkey. "Several wall paintings of the Terrace Houses feature drawings and graffiti which offer an insight into the everyday life of the inhabitants. The drawings mainly show gladiators, caricatures, and animals. The graffiti include names of persons, poems, and the declarations of love,"--Terrace Houses in Ephesus, from Turkish Archaeological News website.
Reproduction Type
jpeg
Copyright Statement
©2013 Lawrence Technological University. These images may be used for personal or educational purposes. They are not available for commercial purposes without the explicit permission of LTU.
ID Number
WA1136
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