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The Septizodium

  
The Septizodium was a structure erected by the Roman emperor, Septimius Severus around 203 A.D., at the extreme south-east corner of the Palantine Hill in Rome.  It's original intent is obscure although it has been suggested that it was intended to serve as a monumental, decorative facade.  There are several interpretations of what it might have looked like, three variations of which are currently being modeled.  These models are based on a recent article by Iacopi and Tedone, and allow for 3 dimensional examinations and feasibility tests of the reconstructions.
Early Image of Septizodium Fragment

Three digital versions  have been modeled and have just passed their first internal review.  After the recommended changes are made, the model will be presented to the Scientific Committee and eventually integrated into the larger model of Rome.

The Septizodium reconstruction was originally undertaken by the CVR Lab as part of a larger Mellon Foundation sponsored reconstruction of Rome.  The primary investigators are Diane Favro(UCLA) and Bernard Frischer(UVA).  The primary modeler is Renee Calkins with assistance and research provided by Chris Johanson and Dean Abernathy.  The scientific committee includes Diane Favro(UCLA), Bernard Frischer(UVA), Cairoli Giuliani(University of Rome) and Russell Scott(Bryn Mawr College.
   
Image: Septizodium (Variation 1)
Septizodium(Variation 1)
   
Image: Septizodium (Variation 2)
Septizodium(Variation 2)

 

 

 

 

 
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