Open AccessCaput Mundi: An Analysis of the Temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus as a Case of Etruscan Influence on Roman Religious Architecture
Author(s) -
Mario Concordia
Publication year - 2017
Publication title -
history and political science journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2291-3637
DOI - 10.25071/2291-3637.40202
Subject(s) - temple , architecture , jupiter (rocket family) , ancient history , art , classics , history , archaeology , engineering , space shuttle , aerospace engineering
While Roman architecture is often generalized as being primarily of Greek influence, there are important periods where other influences can be clearly identified. This paper considers the Etruscan, Greek, and Villanovan influence on Roman religious architecture through an examination of the Temple of Jupiter Optimus Maxmius, also known as the Capitolium, and argues that the temple is ultimately of primarily Etruscan influence.