Roman Society from Augustus to Titus

Describe the main features and functions of art and architecture in Roman society during this period:
Roman artistic and architectural design throughout the period ranging from the rise of Augustus (27BCE) to the death of Titus (81 AD) is notably characterized as ornate in nature; featuring immense developments which ultimately formed a completely new style of building and decoration. The innovations of this period including advancements in building materials and engineering techniques, the influence of neighbouring cultures such as the Greeks and the Etruscans, the varying types of buildings and their primary functions within society, the decoration of domestic and public buildings, the numerous art styles as wells as the significance of art and architecture as a means for propaganda; have accredited the Early Roman Empire period as an era of which has held and continues to hold a profound impact upon successive and modern-day artistic and architectural formations.
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