Multifaceted: Women’s Contribution to Ancient Greek and Roman Society
Presentation Type
Oral Presentation
Keywords
Undergraduate, research, Ancient Greece, art, women
Department
Art and Art History
Major
Art History
Abstract
In an attempt to broaden the art historical canon, my research uncovers the multifaceted responsibilities and roles of women in Ancient Greek and Roman civilization. Through deconstructing artworks, such as the mourning imagery on lekythoi, and investigating funerary practices, I expose the greater role of Ancient Greek and Roman women in their community. In previous research on these male-dominated eras, women are often disregarded or overlooked because their contribution to society is viewed as insignificant. However, in art history, all art and history comprise the discipline; the prevailing focus on male activities should not constitute the entirety of Ancient Greek and Roman studies.
Faculty Mentor
Dr. Cynthia Colburn
Funding Source or Research Program
Academic Year Undergraduate Research Initiative
Presentation Session
Session B
Location
Plaza Classroom 190
Start Date
24-3-2017 4:15 PM
End Date
24-3-2017 4:30 PM
Multifaceted: Women’s Contribution to Ancient Greek and Roman Society
Plaza Classroom 190
In an attempt to broaden the art historical canon, my research uncovers the multifaceted responsibilities and roles of women in Ancient Greek and Roman civilization. Through deconstructing artworks, such as the mourning imagery on lekythoi, and investigating funerary practices, I expose the greater role of Ancient Greek and Roman women in their community. In previous research on these male-dominated eras, women are often disregarded or overlooked because their contribution to society is viewed as insignificant. However, in art history, all art and history comprise the discipline; the prevailing focus on male activities should not constitute the entirety of Ancient Greek and Roman studies.