(Torelli, 81)However, after a period of exclusive “freshness”, a change began to happen. Torelli states, “The ruling class of the mid-Republic was then eager to reestablish many traditions belonging to the monarchical past.” (Torelli, 88) Torelli describes that the revival of the monarchical past was seen through the revival of triumphal celebrations and associated building projects. (Torelli, 88) Torelli also describes that that this time period was, “a true revival of decorative traditions and practice.” (Torelli, 88) This shift described by Torelli signifies the power that art and architecture had over the Roman people. By changing aspects of their art or architecture, they were rebuilding a connection with the past and the past’s power that the people can identify
(Torelli, 81)However, after a period of exclusive “freshness”, a change began to happen. Torelli states, “The ruling class of the mid-Republic was then eager to reestablish many traditions belonging to the monarchical past.” (Torelli, 88) Torelli describes that the revival of the monarchical past was seen through the revival of triumphal celebrations and associated building projects. (Torelli, 88) Torelli also describes that that this time period was, “a true revival of decorative traditions and practice.” (Torelli, 88) This shift described by Torelli signifies the power that art and architecture had over the Roman people. By changing aspects of their art or architecture, they were rebuilding a connection with the past and the past’s power that the people can identify