In architecture and sculpture, the difference between Greek models and Roman paintings are apparent.

Giotto's art shares many qualities with Roman paintings of the later 13th century.

Roman paintings and sculpture present yet another avenue to the past.

The illustrations are done in a naturalistic style common to Roman painting of the period.

His work still provides the standard framework for the study of these ancient Roman paintings.

However, Roman painting does have important unique characteristics.

"There was no more money to make cycles of this beauty, and a remarkable period of Roman painting came to an abrupt end."

All are rendered with the lightness and fluidity that characterize Roman painting at its best.