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What distinguishes Veristic Portraiture from Fayum Portraits?
Veristic Portraiture emphasizes physical imperfections, while Fayum Portraits focus on idealization.
What type of subjects were depicted in Pompeian Frescoes?
Daily life scenes, landscapes, architecture, and mythological scenes.
How did Roman mural painters create the illusion of three-dimensional spaces?
They painted realistic shadows to give depth to the images.
In which period did portrait styles transition towards idealization?
During the Roman Empire
What was a common theme found in Roman murals based on the text?
Mythological scenes inspired by Greek mythology
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