Question 1

How did Wolf Kahn paint?

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How Wolf Kahn painted changed over the years. Throughout his career, Kahn achieved depth and texture by thinning his paint and building up his compositions with layers of brushstrokes. Toward the end of his life, he switched to using oil sticks, which allowed for more saturated colors. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Wolf Kahn art.

Question 2

Where was Lying with the Wolf made?

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Where Lying with the Wolf was made is not recorded on the work’s collection information. However, its creator, the artist Kiki Smith, is based in New York City, New York. She produced the drawing as a part of a 2001–2 series that explores the connections between women and animals. Today, the sketch is a part of the collections of the Centre Pompidou in Paris, France. Find a range of Kiki Smith art on 1stDibs.

Question 3

What is a Roman herm?

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A Roman herm is a squared off stone pillar that is topped with a carved head. Originally, they represented the god Hermes, but as time went on herms were used to depict any number of people, real and fictitious, as well as animals and mythological creatures. On 1stDibs, find a collection of herms and other statues from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 4

What is a Roman curule?

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The word curule in ancient Rome referred to something that had the authority of senior magistrates. Because of the status of these people, they sat upon a sella curulis, which was a special seat that can be folded up due to its X shape. Today, the term curule seat, curule chair or curule stool is used to describe the shape of these distinctive seats. Shop a collection of curule seats from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 5

Did the Romans wear gold?

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Yes, Romans wore gold. Romans also wore silver, bronze and other less expensive metals depending on their social class. Not only was wearing gold a status symbol, but hoarding gold pieces was also a representation of wealth.

Question 6

What is Roman cameo glass?

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Roman cameo glass is a type of glassware that features raised figures. The term may refer to pieces produced by the Ancient Romans or ones done in the style of classical vases and other objects. You'll find a selection of cameo glass serveware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Question 7

What is the most famous Roman mosaic?

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What Roman mosaic is the most famous is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some well-known works include the Alexander mosaic, the Tomb of the Julii in the Vatican Necropolis, the Gladiator Mosaic and the Zliten Mosaic. Find a range of Roman mosaics on 1stDibs.

Question 8

What is a Roman intaglio ring?

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A Roman intaglio ring is a signet ring with an image carved into stone. Today the ring is worn as an accessory. In ancient Rome, intaglio rings were worn by prominent businessmen and politicians and even used as impressions on signatures of hot wax. Browse a wide range of Roman intaglio rings from reputable sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 9

What was the purpose of the Roman helmet?

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The purpose of the Roman helmet was to protect the wearer’s head. It fit reasonably snug and featured a reinforced bar on parts that were likely to be hit. The helmet sometimes also included metal flaps to protect the cheeks and chin. Shop a collection of Roman-inspired art from some of the world’s top enthusiasts on 1stDibs.

Question 10

What does a Roman cuff bracelet mean?

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What a Roman cuff bracelet means depends on interpretation. The ancient Romans associated cuff bracelets with power and strength, largely because they were worn as protective armor in battle. Today, pieces inspired by ancient Roman jewelry may carry the same meaning for some people, but others see the cuffs more as representing the history of the Roman Empire itself. And many wearers of Roman cuff bracelets simply enjoy their style. Explore a wide variety of cuff bracelets on 1stDibs.

Question 11

Do Rolex watches have Roman numerals?

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Yes, many Rolex watches have Roman numerals. One interesting feature of Rolex's Roman numeral hour markers is that the 4 o'clock marker is represented by IIII rather than IV. Although this detail is not unique to Rolex, the Swiss luxury watchmaker helped start the modern convention of using this variation on the traditional Roman numeral system in order to make dials appear more symmetrical. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of Rolex watches.

Question 12

What are Roman finger rings used for?

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Finger rings were a sign of wealth, status, and knowledge in Ancient Rome. The Romans wore multiple rings at once and favored showy examples. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of authentic Roman rings from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 13

What was the main purpose of Roman art?

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The main purpose of Roman art was to pay tribute to prominent figures. Often, individuals depicted in artwork were high-ranking citizens, such as emperors, philosophers, military heroes and members of the Senate. In other cases, Roman artists produced artwork to show respect for their gods in hopes of gaining their favor. Shop a large collection of art on 1stDibs.

Question 14

Is Roman jewelry real gold?

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Yes, some Roman jewelry is gold. In fact, gold was the material most favored by ancient Roman jewelry makers. However, they also worked with other metals, including iron, copper and silver, when crafting rings, earrings, brooches, necklaces and pendants. Find a large collection of gold jewelry from some of the world's best sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 15

How does a Roman oil lamp work?

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Roman oil lamps are simply containers filled with oil, in which a wick made up of cloth or rope rests on one end. The other end of the wick comes in contact with the air. When the wick is lit, the oil in it burns and gives out light.

Question 16

How do I program an Arne Jacobsen Roman table clock?

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To program an Arne Jacobsen Roman table clock, remove the back of the clock and locate the two knobs found on the back of the clear case. Turn one knob to change the time and the other to set the alarm. Shop a range of vintage table clocks on 1stDibs.

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